Optical coherence tomography findings after an intravitreal injection of bevacizumab (avastin) for neovascular age-related macular degeneration

Ophthalmic Surg Lasers Imaging. 2005 Jul-Aug;36(4):331-5.

Abstract

To determine whether intravitreal bevacizumab could improve optical coherence tomography and visual acuity outcomes in a patient with neovascular age-related macular degeneration who was responding poorly to pegaptanib therapy, an intravitreal injection of bevacizumab (1.0 mg) was given. Within 1 week, optical coherence tomography revealed resolution of the subretinal fluid, resulting in a normal-appearing macular contour. The improved macular appearance was maintained for at least 4 weeks, and visual acuity remained stable. No inflammation was observed. An intravitreal injection of bevacizumab may provide an effective, safe, and inexpensive option for patients with age-related macular degeneration who are losing vision secondary to macular neovascularization.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / administration & dosage*
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal / economics
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
  • Bevacizumab
  • Choroidal Neovascularization / diagnosis
  • Choroidal Neovascularization / drug therapy*
  • Choroidal Neovascularization / etiology
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Drug Costs
  • Female
  • Fluorescein Angiography
  • Humans
  • Injections
  • Macular Degeneration / complications
  • Macular Degeneration / diagnosis
  • Macular Degeneration / drug therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Tomography, Optical Coherence*
  • Visual Acuity
  • Vitreous Body

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
  • Bevacizumab