Diabetic Retinopathy Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
How often should diabetic patients undergo eye exams?
A
Annually
2
Q
How do you manage nonproliferative (“Background”) retinopathy?
A
Controlling glucose level
3
Q
What is the most accurate test for Diabetic Retinopathy?
A
Fluorescein angiography
4
Q
How do you treat Proliferative retinopathy?
A
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) inhibitor injections into the eye to control neovascularization
Laser photocoagulation if VEGF cannot be used
May need vitrectomy to remove a vitreous hemorrhage that obstructs vision
