DNA analysis: Unraveling role of genetics in DR pathogenesis
July 16, 2019
Though much is known about diabetic retinopathy (DR), the mechanisms underlying its etiology are still unclear.
Recent Content
Obesity + diabetic retinopathy: Korean study explores inverse association
July 16, 2019
Previous studies have reached conflicting results regarding the relationship between obesity and diabetic retinopathy (DR).
Anti-VEGF expansion treats all DR stages
June 14, 2019
An expanded indication for aflibercept injection (Eylea, Regeneron) is now approved by the FDA to treat all stages of diabetic retinopathy (DR).
Intravenous prostaglandin E1 infusion for acute central retinal artery occlusion
June 11, 2019
The study finds that treatment resulted in a significant visual improvement.
Laser treatment for DME: Still a place at the table
June 3, 2019
“Laser still plays a very important role in the treatment of diabetic macular edema (DME) despite our reliance on anti-vascular endothelial drugs,” said Elias Reichel, MD.
Mini Quiz: Educating patients about DME
May 30, 2019
Determining DR progression: Much work still needs to be done
May 21, 2019
The worldwide incidence of diabetes has been increasing markedly, and by 2014 it had increased to 422 million individuals from 108 million only 34 years previously.
Look for clues to simplify anterior uveitis diagnosis
May 20, 2019
Though anterior uveitis is associated with myriad conditions, a relatively short list of disorders accounts for the vast majority of cases.
Image-reading accuracy Increases with deep-learning DR algorithms
May 14, 2019
With the recent surge in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, ophthalmology is already seeing the benefits.
