Anterior Vitreous Migration after 0.01cc Intravitreal Injection
Intravitreal injection of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor agents such as aflibercept, bevacizumab, and ranibizumab are common treatments for retinal edema and neovascularization related to a number of retinal diseases such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), retinal vein occlusion, and diabetic retinopathy. A double dose is used for refractory cases where standard dosing is insufficient to control disease progression. We present a case of a rare and potentially serious complication: vitreous prolapse into the anterior chamber following a double dose of intravitreal aflibercept injection. This case highlights the importance of close monitoring for patients who receive intravitreal injections, especially those that receive larger doses of medication.
Authors
- Sharon Fekrat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4403-5996)
- Nita G. Valikodath (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5785-817X)
- Esteban Peralta
- Richard E. Morgan
- Peter Weng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0539-6599)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Duke journal of case reports in ophthalmology.
- Published
- 2025-03-17
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.62856/djcro.v7.33
- Primary Topic
- Retinal and Macular Surgery
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00