What is the cost of Macular Degeneration treatment in China?

Starting from $1,500 up to $2,800, depending on disease severity and treatment protocol. Contact our team for a personalized quote.

How soon can I start Macular Degeneration treatment in China?

5-7 days. Urgent cases can often be accommodated sooner. We prioritize international patient scheduling.

How long does Macular Degeneration treatment take?

Typical hospital stay is Outpatient × 3. Total time in China depends on recovery phase and follow-up needs.

What is the recovery time for Macular Degeneration treatment?

Recovery typically takes Ongoing. Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive post-operative care and 12-month remote follow-up.

How do I start Macular Degeneration treatment with SSAnkang?

Simply submit your medical records via our website, WhatsApp, or email. Our specialist team will evaluate your case within 24-48 hours and provide a personalized treatment plan and cost estimate.

Ophthalmology & Eye Surgery

Macular Degeneration

Q: Why choose China for Macular Degeneration treatment?

Domestic conbercept at 1/4 imported aflibercept cost.

Anti-VEGF intravitreal injections (aflibercept, ranibizumab biosimilar conbercept) for wet AMD.

Treatment Options

Recommended Centers

$1,500

Starting From

7-21 days

Typical Wait

Treatment Plans for Macular Degeneration

Compare evidence-based options at top Chinese hospitals — transparent pricing, typical wait, and recovery time.

Flagship Plan

Anti-VEGF Loading Dose (3 monthly injections)

3-month loading regimen of conbercept or ranibizumab biosimilar.

Wait Time

5-7 days

Hospital Stay

Outpatient × 3

Recovery

Ongoing

Estimated Price

Approx. $1,800

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Price Comparison: China vs. USA

🇨🇳 China

$1,500

🇺🇸 USA

$7,000+

Save up to $5,500 per treatment

Procedure Steps

Pre-op: OCT macula + fundus angiography (FFA + ICGA)

Topical anesthesia + povidone-iodine prep

Lid speculum + sterile drape

Intravitreal injection through pars plana (3.5mm posterior to limbus)

Anti-VEGF agent: aflibercept 2mg, ranibizumab 0.5mg, or faricimab 6mg

Brief intraocular pressure check

Antibiotic drops

Treat-and-extend regimen: monthly initially, gradually extend interval based on OCT

What is Anti-VEGF for Wet AMD?

Intravitreal injections of anti-VEGF agents block vascular endothelial growth factor, halting choroidal neovascularization in wet age-related macular degeneration. Without treatment, severe vision loss is nearly universal — with consistent treatment, vision is preserved or improved in 90% of patients.

Why China?

Cost per injection: $400-$900 (with biosimilar) vs. $1,800-$2,500 in the US
Domestic conbercept: Chinese-developed VEGF-trap with extended dosing
Latest agents: Faricimab (Vabysmo) and aflibercept 8mg available at top retinal centers
Annual cost (8 injections): $4,000-$7,500 vs. $20,000-$35,000 in the US

Who is a candidate?

Active wet AMD (CNV with intra/subretinal fluid)
Diabetic macular edema
Retinal vein occlusion with macular edema
Myopic CNV

Outcomes

Vision stabilization (lose <15 letters): 95%. Vision improvement (gain ≥15 letters): 30-40%. Treatment burden: typically 6-8 injections in year 1, decreasing with treat-and-extend.

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Prices are indicative ranges in USD based on partner hospital published rates. Final quote depends on your medical records and selected hospital — request a free personalized estimate.