Injection of Avastin as Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity

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Injection of Avastin as Treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity

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A single intravitreal injection of Avastin (bevacizumab) in infants with stage 3+ retinopathy of prematurity showed a significant benefit for zone I but not zone II disease.

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