While the term "eye injections" can refer to various types, the first instance of an injection into the eye for therapeutic purposes is credited to Ohm.
Early Use of Intravitreal Injections
The specific type of eye injection first introduced by Ohm was an intravitreal injection. This means the injection was administered directly into the vitreous humor, the gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina within the eye.
Ohm's Contribution in 1911
- In 1911, Ohm pioneered this approach by injecting air into the vitreous humor.
- This pioneering procedure aimed to repair a detached retina.
| Inventor | Year | Substance Injected | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohm | 1911 | Air | Repair detached retina |
Ohm's work marked the beginning of intravitreal injections, though the substances and purposes have since significantly expanded beyond air for retinal detachment.
