Macular Degeneration Treatment in Egypt

**Dr. Mahmoud Hassan** **Consultant Vitreoretinal and Cataract Surgeon** FRCS Glasgow · FICO · MRCS Edinburgh --- Macular degeneration, or the disease of the center of vision, is a condition that can affect the elderly and may begin at an early age in the early fifties. This disease has a strong genetic component and is more prevalent among women than men. Macular degeneration refers to the impairment of the retina's center of vision, where fatty deposits accumulate, making retinal tissue susceptible to degradation, or leading to the formation of abnormal choroidal blood vessels in the macula. The macula is a part of the retina responsible for seeing fine details. Symptoms may include difficulty seeing facial details and shapes, distorted vision and reading, or the appearance of fixed dark spots in the visual field. In many cases, the doctor monitors the condition with OCT and OCT angiography to ensure the health of the retinal tissue. In some cases, starting certain vitamin supplements is crucial, as research has shown that some types of vitamins and minerals may help slow the progression of the disease. If abnormal vascular tissue is present, immediate intervention with therapeutic injections is necessary to prevent the growth of this blood vessel tissue and help it recede, reducing the macular leakage it causes. ANTI-VEGF Intra-vitreal injections. There are multiple types of injections, and the appropriate type is chosen for each case according to the treating physician's discretion. Learn about injection types through the article on Retinal Injections. Therapeutic injections are associated with injection protocols developed through extensive research, aiming to prevent the formation of abnormal vascular tissue in the center of vision. To inquire about your condition, please bring your OCT scan. You can book an appointment at Dr. Mahmoud Hassan's Retina Clinic – a Vitreoretinal Surgeon at Al Mashreq Eye Center, holding a Master's degree in Ophthalmology and Ophthalmic Surgery, Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, England, and Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology. Retinal Laser Surgery Importance of Treating Retinal Vein Occlusion Prepare for new, healthy vision! Inquire about the best solutions for Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Reprehenderit do eu Ad quos est sint ips Madinaty Espitalia Medical Hub Group 101 B10 next to Al Rahma Mosque 102 El Merghany Street inside Al Mashreq Eye Center, Heliopolis --- **Importance of Retinal Examination Before Cataract Surgery** Retinal examination is a crucial step before cataract surgery, for early detection of any retinal problems that might affect the surgery's outcome and post-operative visual clarity. Learn more through the service [Vitrectomy and Retinal Detachment Repair](/ar/services/vitrectomy-retinal-detachment).