EYLEA (aflibercept), anti-VEGF
OPHTHALMOLOGY - New indication
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Posted on
Jan 25 2016
Reason for request
Extension of inclusion
Minor improvement in the management of visual impairment secondary to branch retinal vein occlusion.
- EYLEA now has Marketing Authorisation in the treatment of visual impairment due to macular oedema secondary to branch retinal vein occlusion (BRVO).
- Its efficacy has been demonstrated versus laser photocoagulation but it has not been compared with LUCENTIS or OZURDEX.
- Like LUCENTIS, it is a first-line treatment that provides minor clinical added value in the management of visual impairment secondary to BRVO.
Clinical Benefit
Substantial |
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Clinical Added Value
minor |
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Therapeutic use
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