Effect and nursing on treatment of idiopathic choroidal neovascularization by intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF drugs

Objective To research the clinical efficacy and nursing on treatment of idiopathic choroidal neovascularization by intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF drugs. Methods From January 2011 to May 2013, a total of 36 cases of idiopathic choroidal neovascularization were given intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF drugs. Psychological care was used to eliminate patients′ tension and fear, and to establish the confidence of overcoming the disease. Preoperative and postoperative care and disease health guidance were given to patients. Results 36 patients had stable psychological state and could coordinate well with treatment and care. During the 8 to 96 weeks follow up, all patients′ vision had begun to improve after 1 week, and stabilized after 4 weeks. Conclusions Intravitreal injection of anti-VEGF treatment can subside choroidal neovascularization quickly, and improve vision rapidly, and significantly shorten the recovery course. Good psychological care of patients before surgery, enhancing patients′ postoperative care and health guidance could shorten the course of disease, and improved the quality of nursing service. Key words: Idiopathic choroidal neovascularization; Intravitreal injection; Vascular endothelial growth factor; Perioperative nursing