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Diabetic Retinopathy Prognosis (Expectations)

The outcome may be improved by good control of diabetes and high blood pressure. Some degree of diabetic retinopathy usually becomes evident after 10 years and is nearly universal in people who have diabetes mellitus for more than 30 years.

Diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness without treatment. Frequent examination and laser surgery, if necessary, can prevent blindness in most cases.

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Review Date : 10/13/2003
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. editorial. Previously reviewed by Raymond S. Douglas M.D., Ph.D. Department of Ophthalmology, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (12/22/2002).

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