Cholesterol contributes to diabetic retinopathy
Cholesterol buildup that crystalizes can contribute to the development of diabetic retinopathy, report researchers.
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Cholesterol buildup that crystalizes can contribute to the development of diabetic retinopathy, report researchers.
Advancements that could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, a common complication that affects the eyes, have been identified by a multi-department research team from Michigan State and other universities.
Diabetic retinopathy is a serious sight-threatening complication of diabetes and can cause permanent vision loss and blindness.
Researchers found that diabetes, age-related health conditions and other metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of cholesterol in the retina, which can crystallise and lead to the development of diabetic retinopathy.Diabetic retinopathy is a ...
Advancements that could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, a common complication that affects the eyes, have been identified by a multi-department research team from Michigan State and other universities. Researchers found that diabetes, age-related health conditions and other metabolic disorders can lead to a buildup of cholesterol in the retina. This tends to crystalize and contribute to the development of diabetic retinopathy.