Efficacy and Safety of Intravitreal Triamcinolone Injection in the Treatment of Cystoid Macular Edema
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https://doi.org/10.65693/j21umas.2024.v3i1.201Keywords:
Macular Edema, Steroids, TriamcinoloneAbstract
Cystoid Macular Edema (CME) is a major concern for global vision health, often resulting in
distorted vision due to fluid accumulation in the macula. Intravitreal Triamcinolone (IVT)
injections have emerged as a promising treatment, reducing macular thickening and improving
visual acuity. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of IVT injections in treating
CME triggered by various diseases and improving visual acuity. The study included 20 eyes of
12 patients with CME associated with conditions such as diabetic mellitus type II, pseudophakia,
central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), Aphakia, retinitis pigmentosa, and panuveitis. A reduced
dose of IVT was administered to mitigate corticosteroid-related complications. Each patient
received a single IVT injection of triamcinolone acetate. The initial findings indicated the
efficacy of IVT injections in managing CME, particularly in cases related to diabetic retinopathy,
uveitis, and central retinal vein occlusion. The study provided valuable insights into the efficacy
of IVT injections in managing CME across diverse disease conditions, with observed
improvements in visual acuity and resolution of CME.
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