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  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Procedures

Background:

  • Intravitreal injections (IVI) are increasingly prevalent, surpassing cataract surgeries in 2010.
  • While posterior segment complications are well-documented, anterior segment issues are also significant.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review anterior segment complications associated with intravitreal injections.
  • To highlight both immediate and potential long-term consequences of IVI.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of intravitreal injection complications.
  • Analysis of reported incidence rates for various anterior segment adverse events.

Main Results:

  • Common anterior segment complications include hyphema, inflammation, and implant migration.
  • Specific risks include iatrogenic lens damage, accelerated cataract formation (especially with steroids), and increased surgical complications.

Conclusions:

  • Intravitreal injections can lead to various immediate anterior segment complications.
  • Long-term risks, particularly increased complications in subsequent surgeries, warrant further investigation.