Treatment
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT / Avastin for Wet AMD)
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT, or drug-light treatment) uses a light-sensitive drug and laser to destroy abnormal blood vessels in age-related macular degeneration.
Overview
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT / Avastin for Wet AMD)
Uses & Indications
Slows vision loss in wet AMD
Prevents bleeding from abnormal vessels
Preserves remaining vision
Can be repeated as needed
Important function for eye health (5)
How to Use
Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy
Central serous chorioretinopathy
Natural cause (4)
Natural cause (5)
Benefits & Effectiveness
Inject light-sensitive dye intravenously
Wait 15 minutes for dye to reach eye
Activate dye with laser light
Destroys abnormal blood vessels
May need multiple treatments
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