AIM: To observe the effects of the coelomic cavity injection of triamcinolone acetonide(TA)combined with laser photocoagulation on patients with retinal vein occlusion.

METHODS: Fifty-six patients of retinal obstruction with macular edema were accepted from January 2010 to December 2012 in our hospital. All patients received iodized lecithin and Xueshuantong. And, patients with central retinal vein occlusion(CRVO), hemi-central retinal vein occlusion(hemi-CRVO)and branch retinal vein occlusion(BRVO)treated by TA combined with laser photocoagulation, respectively. Follow-up period was of at least 6mo

RESULTS: After the treatment of 1,3 and 6mo, the central foveal thickness was reduced significantly(P<0.05). After followed up 6-12mo, the total effective rate of CRVO, Hemi-CRVO and BRVO patients was 83%～95% and all the patients had no significant adverse reactions.

CONCLUSION: Basing on the traditional treatment, TA combined with laser photocoagulation is more effective in the treatment of retinal vein occlusion and is worthy of clinical usage.