Chang Louis K, Sarraf David
Jules Stein Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Clin Ophthalmol. 2008 Jun;2(2):425-33. doi: 10.2147/opth.s736.
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a major cause of blindness worldwide and is the number one cause of blindness in working-age individuals in developed countries. We review the current literature and discuss the pathogenesis, modifying risk factors, genetics, and treatment of DR. Special focus is placed on the rationale and effectiveness of therapeutic modalities, both current and future.
糖尿病视网膜病变(DR)是全球失明的主要原因,也是发达国家劳动年龄人群失明的首要原因。我们回顾了当前的文献,并讨论了DR的发病机制、风险因素、遗传学和治疗方法。特别关注当前和未来治疗方式的原理和有效性。