Main description:

Stay current with recent progress in the field of diabetic retinopathy management with this practical resource by Drs. Caroline R. Baumal and Jay S. Duker. Concise, highly illustrated coverage includes summaries of the latest evidence and expert guidance on the rationale for each therapeutic option.

Features a wealth of information for ophthalmologists, retinal specialists, and trainees on current management of this increasingly common condition.
Covers how to select the best course of action between drug, laser, or surgical treatment and how to achieve optimal results.
Includes high-quality images that detail before and after treatment, including OCT.
Consolidates today's available information and guidance on diabetic retinopathy management into one convenient resource.

Contents:

Section 1: Diabetic Retinopathy Background

1. Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Introduction and General Information

2. Classification of Diabetic Retinopathy

3. Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy: Clinical

4. Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy: Imaging

5. Genetics of Diabetic Retinopathy

Section 2: Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy

6. Anti-VEGF Therapy for Diabetic Eye Disease

7. Corticosteroid Therapy for Diabetic Retinopathy

8. Laser Therapy (focal, grid, PRP, UWF PRP, micropulse)

9. Surgical treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy

10. Effect of Modifiable Risk Factors on the Incidence and Progression of Diabetic Retinopathy

11. Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy in Pregnancy

12. Future Therapies: New agents in Preclinical or Pipeline

App. Summary of Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Network (DRCR.net) Protocols