YAS Eye Clinic

Treatment · Retina

Intravitreal Injections (Anti-VEGF) in Kuwait

Targeted medicine directly into the vitreous — for retinal disease in Kuwait

An intravitreal injection places medicine directly into the vitreous gel at the back of the eye. This is the gold-standard treatment for several retinal conditions — most often wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD), diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion.

Our ophthalmology team administers Anti-VEGF injections at our clinic in Al-Shaab, Kuwait, using the same sterile, aseptic technique used in major international retina centers. Each visit includes an OCT scan so we can assess how your retina is responding before scheduling the next one.

In-clinic intravitreal injection procedure at YAS Eye Clinic in Kuwait

Common Anti-VEGF medicines we use

Avastin (bevacizumab)

Common first-choice Anti-VEGF used widely for diabetic macular edema and wet AMD.

Lucentis (ranibizumab)

FDA-approved Anti-VEGF for wet AMD, retinal vein occlusion, and diabetic macular edema.

Eylea (aflibercept)

Longer-acting Anti-VEGF — often allows longer intervals between injections.

Ozurdex (dexamethasone implant)

Sustained-release steroid implant for select retinal vein occlusion and uveitic edema cases.

When we recommend an intravitreal injection

  • Wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD)
  • Diabetic macular edema
  • Retinal vein occlusion (CRVO / BRVO) with macular edema
  • Myopic choroidal neovascularisation
  • Polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy
  • Uveitic macular edema (selected cases)

What happens during an eye injection?

  1. 1. Consent & OCT scan. We confirm the plan, image your retina, and check your eye pressure.
  2. 2. Numbing drops & antiseptic. Strong anaesthetic drops and iodine prep keep the injection comfortable and sterile.
  3. 3. The injection. A tiny dose of medicine is placed through the pars plana into the vitreous. Most patients feel brief pressure, not pain.
  4. 4. Post-injection check. We re-check your eye pressure, give you aftercare instructions, and book the next interval.

Retina Injection FAQ

Honest answers about eye injections in Kuwait

  • How long does the appointment take?

    Plan for around 45 minutes from check-in to leaving. The actual injection takes only seconds; the rest is consent, dilation, and post-injection review.

  • Will I see the doctor again the same day?

    Yes — every Anti-VEGF injection at our clinic is performed by the consulting ophthalmologist, with a same-visit OCT scan reviewed before the next booking.

  • Can I drive after the injection?

    Most patients can drive themselves the same day, but we recommend bringing sunglasses and arranging a lift home if your pupils are still dilated.

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'Common Questions'

'Intravitreal Injections (Anti-VEGF) — Frequently Asked Questions'

  • What is an intravitreal injection?

    It is a medicine placed directly into the vitreous — the gel at the back of your eye — to treat retinal diseases like wet AMD, diabetic macular edema, and retinal vein occlusion. Common drugs are Avastin, Lucentis, and Eylea.

  • Is an eye injection painful?

    No — numbing drops keep the eye comfortable. Most patients feel only brief pressure. It is normal to be nervous before the first one; almost everyone tells us afterwards that it was much easier than expected.

  • How often are injections needed?

    It depends on your condition. Many patients start monthly, then extend to every 4–12 weeks based on OCT imaging and how vision responds. Your retina — not a calendar — sets the next visit.

  • How long does one appointment take?

    Plan 30–45 minutes end to end. The injection itself is seconds; the rest is preparation, numbing, and a 5-minute post-injection check.

  • Are Anti-VEGF injections safe long-term?

    Yes — millions of injections worldwide have been given since 2004. We screen for cardiovascular risk at the first visit and tailor the drug and interval to your individual response.

  • How do I book my first injection?

    Call +965 553 06625 or use the booking form on this page for a same-day or next-day slot in Al-Shaab.