1. be used. Avastin is a drug used for patients with colorectal
cancer. It is used ‘off-label’ for patients who prefer a cheaper
alternative. Both of these drugs are injected directy into the
eye known as an intravitreal injection.
4) Slow release drug delivery system
Ozurdex is a tiny injectable implant that slowly releases medicine inside the eye. This has been showed to be very useful for
the treatment of macular swelling from various causes like vein
oculusion and diabetes.
At EEC, we can perform a complete ocular examination
including visual acuity, slit lamp, intraocular eye pressure
checks and dilated fundal examination. We also offer a proper
diagnosis and personalized treatment for your condition after
your assessment.
With the latest imaging techniques including FFA, we offer
an accurate diagnosis of stages of the diabetic retinopathy. In
addition, we have a state-of-the-art spectral domain OCT,
Zeiss Cirruss and Topcon 3D-2000 which can deliver
exquisite high-definition images of structures inside the eye.
We can perform laser from the latest PASCAL laser. This is
the latest and most advanced machine for precise, safe and
efficient delivery of laser into the eye with less pain and side
effects.
We have various intravitreal injection options between
Avastin and Lucentis. We also offer counseling with regards to
diet and lifestyle modifications. We also have a wide range of
low vision aids to help overcome various visual inconvenience.
If necessary, we can also perform vitrectomy surgery to
remove blood clots and scar tissue within the eye, and perform
retinal laser to stabilise the retina. Your doctor will discuss the
options with you
Eagle Eye Centre @ Mount Alvernia
Mount Alvernia Hospital
820 Thomson Road, #02-10/17, Medical Centre Blk B, Singapore 574623
Tel: 6456-1000 / 6-eagleye (6324-5393) Fax: 6456-1006
Eagle Eye Centre @ Mount Elizabeth
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
3 Mount Elizabeth, #08-02, Singapore 228510
Tel: 6836-0001 Fax: 6836-0002
Eagle Eye Centre @ Parkway East
Parkway East Medical Centre
319 Joo Chiat Place, #05-03, Singapore 427989
Tel: 6348-1000 Fax: 6348-1001
Eagle Eye Centre @ Mount Elizabeth Novena
Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Centre
An example of this agent is Lucentis (ranibizumab)
(www.lucentis.com). Due to the high cost of Lucentis, a close
chemical alternative of Lucentis, Avastin (bevacizumab) can
38 Irrawaddy Road, #08-22/23/24, Singapore 329563
Tel: 6570-1000 Fax: 6570-1001
Email: eec@eagleeyecentre.com.sg
Website: www.eagleeyecentre.com.sg
DIABETIC
RETINOPATHY