Intravitreal injection is a medical procedure used to deliver medication directly into the vitreous gel of the eye, typically to treat retinal conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. The procedure involves a small needle being inserted into the eye under local anesthesia, delivering the medication precisely to the affected area.

This treatment is used to address eye conditions that affect the retina and macula, helping to reduce inflammation, control abnormal blood vessel growth, or prevent further vision loss. Intravitreal injections are typically performed in an outpatient setting and are well-tolerated by most patients.

Intravitreal injections can provide significant improvements in vision and help to slow or stop the progression of retinal diseases.