[Diabetes: can severe vision disorders be prevented?].
No matter how well known the causes of diabetic microangiopathy are, the growth factors responsible for the development of diabetic retinopathy are still not fully investigated; however, promising new concepts are presently in the experimental stage. Now known for decades, laser coagulation of the ocular fundus represents the only current method to stabilize a diabetic retinopathy or to treat an already existing diabetic macular edema. The results of almost all studies prove that besides an optimal management of metabolism timely begin of laser coagulation is of high priority. In addition to consistent therapy, continual follow-up of the patients is of importance, because recurrences can follow successful laser coagulation.
Kieselbach
G F
GF
Universitätsaugenklinik Innsbruck.
D003930:Diabetic Retinopathy / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D017075:Laser Coagulation / Q000379:methods; D008269:Macular Edema / Q000150:complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D014786:Vision Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D014821:Vitrectomy / Q000379:methods
Diabetes: Lässt sich eine schwere Sehbehinderung verhüten?