Current Challenges in Diabetic Retinopathy: Are We Really Doing Better?.
10.3803/EnM.2016.31.2.254
- Author:
Jae Hyuck LEE
1
;
Su Jeong SONG
Author Information
1. Department of Ophthalmology, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. eye-su@hanmail.net
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Diabetic retinopathy;
Trend;
Mass screening
- MeSH:
Diabetes Complications;
Diabetic Retinopathy*;
Epidemiologic Studies;
Global Health;
Humans;
Mass Screening;
Vision Disorders
- From:Endocrinology and Metabolism
2016;31(2):254-257
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Management of diabetic complications has been a worldwide major global health issue for decades. Recent studies from many parts of the world indicate improvement in this area. However, it is unknown if such an improvement is being realized in Koreans. Although there is limited information regarding diabetic retinopathy management among Koreans, recent epidemiologic studies have indicated improved screening rates and less frequent visual impairment among type 2 diabetics. Moreover, results achieved with new diagnostic and treatment modalities aimed to improve diabetic retinopathy management are encouraging for both physicians and patients.
