A new revolutionary treatment for age-related macular degeneration gives hope to people who lose their sight. This method uses x-rays to inhibit the growth of blood vessels, reduce inflammation and scarring of the eye.
Methods for treating Oraya age-related macular degeneration It is currently being tested in British hospitals. As we know, AMD is a disease that causes a gradual withering away of central vision. Patients can only peripheral vision, which actually leaves them blind. The disease develops due to abnormal growth of blood vessels under the macula (department retina responsible for central vision, measuring 5mm in diameter).
In the standard treatment age-related macular degeneration using vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Injections of the drug allow stop the growth of blood vessels. But the procedure must be repeated every 1-3 months, otherwise the patient's vision starts to deteriorate again. Non-invasive technique Oraya a kind of radical treatment of AMD, used only once. With it you can improve vision in the already severely affected by eye diseases.
It consists of a directional ray small dosage, which affect the macula, inhibiting the growth of blood vessels. In addition, the Rays also reduce inflammation and scarring. The session lasts only 20 minutes.
Especially effective this procedure would be in the treatment of wet AMD - the most severe kinds of dystrophy. Experts stress that Oraya significantly improves the condition of patients' health and quality of life. Currently, the procedure is not carried out in the UK public clinics, but it can be just a private clinic for an amount of 5000 pounds and above. (READ MORE)
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