The consequences can be grave, with circulatory problems leading to amputations and diabetic retinopathy is now one of the leading causes of blindness in Canada. From Wordnik.com. [Health Care in Canada] Reference
Also in diabetics, weak capillaries can lead to a condition called retinopathy, which often leads to blindness. From Wordnik.com. [The Diabetes Blog] Reference
The condition is one consequence of diabetic retinopathy, which is the leading cause of blindness in working-age Americans. From Wordnik.com. [Medlogs - Recent stories] Reference
Proliferative diabetic retinopathy occurs when new blood vessels form on the optic disc or another component of the retina. From Wordnik.com. [The Times of India] Reference
A Swedish study found a higher incidence of retinal damage, called retinopathy of prematurity, in babies born before 27 weeks. From Wordnik.com. [courierpress.com Stories] Reference
Oxygen-caused RLF — today called retinopathy of prematurity — seemed conquered, though it continues to strike preemies at a much-reduced rate. From Wordnik.com. [Doctor Pinpointed Oxygen as Cause of Preemies' Blindness] Reference
Many adults with type 2 diabetes develop a common eye complication called retinopathy and experts say it is associated with an increased risk of dying. From Wordnik.com. [RNews - TOP STORIES] Reference
Diabetic retinopathy occurs when abnormal blood-sugar levels damage small blood vessels in the retina, leading to vision problems, including permanent vision loss. From Wordnik.com. [Freep.com - RSS] Reference
Proliferative diabetic retinopathy occurs when new blood vessels form on the optic disc or another component of the retina, according to background information in the article. From Wordnik.com. [PhysOrg.com - latest science and technology news stories] Reference
"Those changes are known as retinopathy, and we know them quite well because they are associated with hypertension (high blood pressure) and diabetes. From Wordnik.com. [Latest News - Yahoo!7 News] Reference
Sorbitol is a harmful sugar when it accumulates, and its presence may lead to increased risk of diabetic complications such as retinopathy, neuropathy and kidney damage. From Wordnik.com. [xml's Blinklist.com] Reference
This is a common complication associated with diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
However, lasers are widely used in treating diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
Then I got myself checked and was diagnosed with diabetes retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
That won't restore the sight he lost to diabetic retinopathy a few years ago. From Wordnik.com. [Harold Pollack: Some Unsolicited Advice for Howard Dean, and for President Obama, Too] Reference
That won\'t restore the sight he lost to diabetic retinopathy a few years ago. From Wordnik.com. [Harold Pollack: Some Unsolicited Advice for Howard Dean, and for President Obama, Too] Reference
Delaying leads to neuropathy and retinopathy, and almost guaranteed heart disease. From Wordnik.com. [Preventative care: Not all it’s cracked up to be | The Blog of Michael R. Eades, M.D.] Reference
Improving safety for babies during outpatient retinopathy of prematurity examination. From Wordnik.com. [Recent Neonatal Research Publications] Reference
Vascular retinopathy can be a symptom of blood vessel problems throughout the entire body. From Wordnik.com. [Human Eye: Part 4] Reference
A premature infant with retinopathy of prematurity is examined by a pediatric opthamologist. From Wordnik.com. [Testing tool may help prevent blindness in preemies] Reference
In other words, aspartame disease can simulate diabetic retinopathy or peripheral neuropathy. From Wordnik.com. [The trouble with sweeteners, of particular concern for Diabetics] Reference
It is the most common cause of visual impairment in patients with non-proliferative retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
The company is seeking approval of diabetes drug Arxxant as a treatment for diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. [Eli Lilly's Earnings Growth Seen Outpacing Peers] Reference
At this stage, diabetic retinopathy usually shows no symptoms unless accompanied by diabetic macular edema. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
Those identified to have sight threatening diabetic retinopathy are treated free of cost at the main centre. From Wordnik.com. ['Diabetes doctor is at your doorstep' in Chunampet villages] Reference
'There is no pharmaceutical therapy available at present that stops the progression of diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
We have developed terrific laser surgery for advanced retinopathy and can skillfully amputate feet and legs. From Wordnik.com. [Riva Greenberg: "No" To Weight Loss Pills] Reference
However, I had no idea about diabetes retinopathy till 2 years back when this van came to my village, B.R. Hills. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
The 70 year-old grandmother with Parkinson's, the 40 year-old carpenter about to go blind from diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. [Ralph Dittman: Open Letter to Members of the U.S. House Re: Stem Cell Bill] Reference
Also a little near-sightedness is just fine considering he almost lost his sight to ROP or retinopathy of prematurity. From Wordnik.com. [October « 2006 « Adventures in Juggling] Reference
A recent study has demonstrated that good metabolic control can also delay the onset and progression of diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 2] Reference
In India it is estimated that one in five people who have had diabetes for more than 10 years will develop diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
Moderately severe to very severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy is also known as pre-proliferative diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
In diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, capillaries grow unchecked in the eye; thalidomide might prevent both. From Wordnik.com. [A 'Bad' Drug May Turn Out To Do Good] Reference
A thorough exam can lead to early detection and control or cure of eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataract, and diabetic retinopathy. From Wordnik.com. [President Proclaims Save Your Vision Week] Reference
Three year agowhen the van was first introduced in this area retinopathy treatment was only been available at certain urban hospitals. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
Three year ago when the van was first introduced in this area retinopathy treatment was only been available at certain urban hospitals. '. From Wordnik.com. ['NAYANA' - a unique mobile Eye Care initiative for people with diabetes] Reference
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