Die rolle der Anti-VEGF-therapie in der behandlung desdiabetischen makuladems

Translated title of the contribution: Anti-VEGF inhibitors and their role in the treatment of diabetic macular oedema

V. Kakkassery*, S. Winterhalter, A. M. Joussen

*Corresponding author for this work
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Abstract

Diabetic macular edema (DME) and proliferative retinopathy are common causes for blindness in middle-aged patients. The gold standard for treatment has been laser coagulation. Limitations of this therapy are refractive DME, ischaemic diabetic maculopathy and complications after laser application. The need for a non-destructive and effective strategy has led to investigations regarding vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitors for reduction of vessel leakage and oedema formation. VEGF antibody fragments have been approved for age-associated macular degeneration (AMD) in different countries and have proved to be safe and effective. Trials for different anti-VEGF compounds are nearing completion or are completed. Published data show a superiority of anti-VEGF therapy compared to laser coagulation. In the present article, data regarding dose, injection scheme and practicable application form are reviewed.

Translated title of the contributionAnti-VEGF inhibitors and their role in the treatment of diabetic macular oedema
Original languageGerman
JournalKlinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde
Volume227
Issue number9
Pages (from-to)701-711
Number of pages11
ISSN0023-2165
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010

Research Areas and Centers

  • Research Area: Luebeck Integrated Oncology Network (LION)

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