Intravitreal Injections (IVOM) in Vienna
Consultation, assessment of indications and follow-up for intravitreal drug treatment of retinal and macular diseases.
When are intravitreal injections used?
Intravitreal medications are used for various macular and retinal diseases. Whether an injection is appropriate depends on the diagnosis, OCT findings, visual acuity and course of the disease.
Possible indications
- Wet age-related macular degeneration
- Macular oedema due to vascular disease
- Diabetic macular oedema
- Other selected retinal diseases
Follow-up
- Visual acuity check
- Macular OCT
- Assessment of fluid and disease activity
- Planning further follow-up
Treatment decisions are based on findings and clinical course
Regular follow-up is important during intravitreal treatment. The frequency of further injections or examinations depends on the disease, medication and individual response.
Yes. OCT is often a central part of assessing macular activity and fluid.
No. The indication depends on the exact diagnosis and individual findings.
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OA Dr. med. univ. Ammar Alkhalde FEBO
Specialist in ophthalmology and optometry and eye surgeon. Examination, assessment of indications and treatment planning are tailored individually at Augenzentrum Wien Nord.
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Phone: 01 2080905
Questions about intravitreal injections
What does IVOM mean?
IVOM refers to intravitreal administration of medication, in which a drug is injected into the vitreous cavity of the eye.
For which conditions can intravitreal injections be relevant?
It can be used for various retinal diseases. Whether it is indicated depends on the diagnosis, OCT findings and clinical course.
Why are OCT follow-up scans important?
OCT scans provide a detailed assessment of retinal structure and support follow-up and treatment planning.
Intravitreal injections: controlled delivery of medication into the eye
Before and during the injection
Before an injection, the diagnosis, current retinal findings and often OCT are assessed. The injection is performed under sterile conditions after local anaesthesia of the ocular surface. The medication used and the interval between follow-up visits or further injections depend on the disease and its course.
After the injection
A foreign-body sensation or small conjunctival haemorrhage may occur temporarily. Rare but important complications include intraocular infection, inflammation, increased intraocular pressure, retinal tear or retinal detachment. Increasing pain, marked redness or significant deterioration of vision after an injection require immediate assessment.
Medically reviewed: OA Dr. med. univ. Ammar Alkhalde FEBO · last updated September 2026.
Clinical sources: AAO EyeWiki – Intravitreal Injections · AAO EyeWiki – Post Injection Endophthalmitis · IVI-SAFE Patent / Entwicklungsarbeit von OA Dr. Ammar Alkhalde
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