Chinese Guideline of Diabetic Retinopathy was developed by the Chinese Ocular Fundus Society and Chinese Ophthalmological Society.It is the first prevention and intervention guideline document of diabetic retinopathy (DR) in China.Clinical pathways and strategies are clearly identified and described in this document for DR screening,referral,intervention,systematic management and patient education.The new DR stage classification combines the first Chinese DR classification since 1985 and the updated international classification of DR.This guideline is based on Chinese health care system,but also reflects the tradition and innovation,and reaches international practice standard.Learning and practice the guideline will promote the prevention and reduce the occurrence and development of DR in China.