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Ultra Widefield Fundus Imaging for Diabetic Retinopathy

  • Microvascular Complications—Retinopathy (JK Sun, Section Editor)
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Abstract

For decades, the standard method for screening and grading severity of diabetic retinal disease has relied upon a montage of photographs using normal angle fundus cameras. With the development of ultrawide field (UWF) fundus imaging, more of the retina can be imaged with fewer pictures, less dependence on photographer skill, and, often, greater ease on the patient. Recent studies have shown comparability between traditional and UWF imaging for standard grading of diabetic retinopathy. Moreover, UWF images can detect peripheral pathology not typically seen in standard photographs, which may enlighten our understanding of disease severity and suggest new indications for treatment.

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Szilárd Kiss reports personal fees from Optos, personal fees from Genentech/Roche, personal fees from Alimera, personal fees from Allergan, and personal fees from Regeneron. Thomas L. Berenberg declares that he has no conflict of interest.

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Kiss, S., Berenberg, T.L. Ultra Widefield Fundus Imaging for Diabetic Retinopathy. Curr Diab Rep 14, 514 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11892-014-0514-0

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