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Saturday, January 24, 2009

Anti-VEGF Drugs

VEGF


VEGF is ne of the factors responsible for pathogenesis of diabetic retinopathy.

Which Drug Is Most Commonly Used ?.

Bevacizumab - It is available as- trade name " Avastin".

When this drug is given

1. In cases of nonresolving vitreous hemorrhage ( Blood in eye which is not clearing) where laser is not possible

2. Before vitrectomy surgery

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