IVOM therapy (eye injections) in Frankfurt: Safe with the 5-S method

Intravitreal injection therapy (IVOM), often referred to as intraocular injection, is one of the most important and effective treatments in modern ophthalmology for preserving your eyesight. It represents a highly effective weapon against blindness in various serious retinal and macular diseases. As your retinal specialist in Frankfurt Westend, Dr. Mareen Schmidt performs this treatment according to the strict criteria of her own specially developed protocol. 5-S method through, in order to guarantee you the highest level of safety, comfort and effectiveness.

IVOM therapy: When is an intravenous injection the right treatment?

The IVOM Therapy Intravitreal injection (intravitreal injection) is used when pathological processes inside the eye, affecting the retina or macula, threaten vision. The medication is injected directly into the vitreous humor, the gel-like core of the eyeball. From there, the active ingredient travels directly to its target location and can take effect immediately.

This targeted treatment is the standard of modern medicine for a number of diseases:

• Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD): This is the most common application. Abnormal, leaky blood vessels grow under the retina, leading to fluid accumulation and rapid vision loss. IVOM Therapy inhibits the growth of these vessels.
• Diabetic macular edema (DME): As a consequence of diabetes, the blood vessels in the retina can become leaky. This leads to swelling of the macula, the area of sharpest vision.
• Macular edema in retinal vein occlusions: Following the occlusion of a retinal vein (eye stroke), swelling of the macula can also occur due to blood congestion.
• Inflammation inside the eye (uveitis): In certain severe cases of inflammation, direct administration of medication into the eye may be necessary to control the inflammation and protect eyesight.

The 5-S method in IVOM therapy: Our quality promise

The idea of an injection in the eye is a source of anxiety for many patients. For this reason, we have developed the 5-S method developed that streamline your entire process IVOM Therapy defined and offers you maximum safety and comfort.

• Safe: The treatment is performed by Dr. Mareen Schmidt, an experienced retinal specialist. We use only approved, highly effective medications and adhere to the strictest medical guidelines to ensure safety with every eye injection.
• Gentle: The procedure is performed with utmost calm and care. A special eyelid clamp gently holds your eye open, so you don't need to blink. The entire procedure is designed to minimize stress for you and your eye.
• Low pain: This is a key promise. Thanks to multiple, intensive local anesthetics using highly effective eye drops, the injection itself is not painful for you. Most patients only feel a brief sensation of pressure.
• Sterile: Uncompromising hygiene is essential during eye surgery. The IVOM Therapy takes place under the strictest sterile conditions, which correspond to those of an operating theater, in order to reduce the risk of infection to an absolute minimum.
• Carefully: From comprehensive information before the first eye injection, through precise execution, to close follow-up care – every step is planned and controlled with the utmost care to ensure the best possible treatment outcome.

The procedure for your eye injection at our practice in Frankfurt

We want you to know exactly what to expect and to feel well taken care of. IVOM Therapy It is a short, outpatient procedure that only takes a few minutes.

1. Preparation: You will take a comfortable seat in one of our special treatment chairs. The eye to be treated will be prepared several times with numbing eye drops and ointments.
2. Disinfection: To ensure maximum sterility, the eye and surrounding skin are carefully disinfected. You will receive a sterile drape.
3. The injection: Dr. Schmidt uses a small eyelid clamp to gently hold the eye open. The actual administration of the medication with a very fine needle takes only a few seconds and is painless thanks to the strong anesthetic.
4. Follow-up check: Immediately after the injection, the eye is rinsed and the eye pressure is checked.

Defined space for a picture: [A bright, friendly treatment room in the Schmidt practice, showing the sterile and professional environment for IVOM therapy.]

Overview of indications for IVOM therapy

Eye injections are a targeted therapy that affects different processes in the eye depending on the condition being treated. The following table provides an overview.

Frequently asked questions about IVOM therapy (eye injections)

Here we answer the most frequently asked questions that patients ask us about treatment with an eye injection.

Is IVOM therapy painful?

No, thanks to our low-pain approach using the 5-S method, the IVOM Therapy It's not painful. Thanks to the intensive local anesthetic with eye drops, most patients don't feel the injection itself, at most a brief sensation of pressure. Our entire team is trained to make the procedure as comfortable as possible for you.

How often does the eye injection need to be repeated?

The IVOM Therapy Treatment is generally not a one-time procedure, but rather an ongoing therapy to control the chronic condition. Initially, treatment is usually administered monthly. Once the condition stabilizes, the treatment intervals are individually lengthened (the "treat and extend" approach) to minimize the number of injections.

What are the risks of IVOM therapy?

Every intervention carries risks, even if they are minimally invasive. IVOM Therapy These are very rare. The most serious, but rare, risk is an infection inside the eye (endophthalmitis). Our uncompromising sterile procedures minimize this risk. We will carefully inform you in advance about all other possible, mostly harmless side effects, such as minor bleeding on the surface of the eye.

Can I drive after the eye injection?

No. Immediately after the IVOM Therapy The treated eye will have limited vision due to disinfection and pupil dilation. You must not drive yourself on this day. Please arrange for someone to accompany you or take a taxi home.

What happens if I don't have the treatment?

Without a consistent IVOM Therapy Diseases such as wet AMD or diabetic macular edema typically progress. This leads to increasing and often irreversible damage to the retina and, in the worst case, blindness in the affected eye. Currently, intraocular injections are the only effective method to halt this process.

How quickly does the medication work after the injection?

The active ingredients of IVOM Therapy The treatments begin to take effect immediately in the eye. An initial measurable improvement, such as a reduction in retinal swelling, can often be observed at the first follow-up examination after a few days to weeks. The improvement in vision can occur gradually over the course of the initial treatments.

Are both eyes injected at the same time during treatment?

Yes. There is no increased surgical risk with binocular treatment, as we treat both eyes as completely separate procedures., to minimize the risk of infection.

What do I need to be aware of at home after IVOM therapy?

In the first few hours after your eye injection, please do not rub or press your eye, do not drive, do not sign any contracts, and do not go swimming, play sports, or use a sauna. Avoid contact with dust or dirt on the day of treatment. If you experience pain, redness, or a sudden deterioration in your vision, please contact us immediately.

How long does the entire appointment at the doctor's office take?

Although the injection itself only takes a few seconds, you should be prepared for the entire appointment. IVOM Therapy Please allow approximately one hour for the entire process, including preparation, the procedure itself, and the follow-up appointment. We carry out all steps calmly and with the utmost care.

Will my health insurance cover the costs of IVOM therapy?

Yes, the IVOM Therapy For approved conditions, this is a recognized benefit, generally covered by private health insurance. While the medications are expensive, their effectiveness in preventing blindness is so well-documented that the costs are covered.

Your eyesight in the safest hands

The IVOM Therapy This is a state-of-the-art, vision-preserving treatment that requires trust and the highest medical standards. With our 5-S method, we guarantee you a treatment that makes no compromises in terms of safety, care, and comfort. If you have been diagnosed with a retinal condition requiring an eye injection, please feel free to schedule an appointment for a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Mareen Schmidt.