25/07/2026
INTRAVITREAL INJECTION/ INJECTION INTO THE EYE BALL
Ever wondered why some patients receive injections directly into the eye?
At The Premium Nation's Eye Hospital, Nsukka, we offer one of the most advanced treatments in retinal care: Anti-VEGF injections.
What is VEGF?
VEGF means _Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor_. It’s a substance that causes abnormal blood vessel growth and leakage inside the eye.
Anti-VEGF medications help block this process. They reduce swelling and protect you from further vision loss.
Eye conditions we treat with Anti-VEGF injections:
1️⃣ Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
➡️ Diabetes can cause fluid to leak into the macula, leading to blurred or distorted vision.
2️⃣ Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration (Wet AMD)
➡️ Abnormal blood vessels grow under the retina and leak fluid or blood, causing rapid vision changes.
3️⃣ Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO)
➡️ A blocked retinal vein can cause bleeding and swelling in the macula.
4️⃣ Myopic Choroidal Neovascularization (Myopic CNV)
➡️ Severe nearsightedness can trigger abnormal blood vessel growth.
5️⃣ Choroidal Neovascularization (CNV) from Other Causes
➡️ Inflammatory eye diseases or other retinal disorders may also cause it.
6️⃣ Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
➡️ In some premature babies, Anti-VEGF therapy helps control abnormal retinal vessel growth.
✨ Important: Anti-VEGF injections don’t “cure blindness.” They control abnormal vessel growth, reduce leakage, and help preserve the vision you have.
Early diagnosis and regular eye checks give the best results.
👁️ See us immediately if you notice: sudden vision loss, distorted vision, difficulty reading, or straight lines looking wavy.
At The Premium Nation's Eye Hospital, Nsukka, your vision is our priority.
Early detection saves sight.
Stay informed. Stay ahead. Protect your vision.