Your answer is quite helpful. I never heard of a compassion use basis and certainly will ask about that. Thank you so very much.
maggie1882
Dear Maggie1882,
Recently, avastin has been used to treat swelling following central vein occlusion and is under further investigation. I would recommend that you speak with your doctor about the benefit risk ratio of undergoing this treatment for your condition. Additionally, if he/she feels it is necessary, I would ask if there is a way to obtain the medicine under a compassion use basis.
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California