2023 - 5 Issue

Review

Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Macular Edema – Screening

Jan Němčanský ORCID
Jan Studnička ORCID – Daniela Vysloužilová ORCID – Jan Ernest ORCID – Pavel Němec ORCID

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DOI: 10.31348/2023/29

Published in Czech and Slovak Ophtalmology: 2023 - 5

Published on website: 20.09.2023

Keywords: diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, recommended guidelines, screening

Summary

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) and diabetic macular edema (DME) are leading causes of severe visual loss in the working population. Therefore, both DR and DME have a significant socioeconomic and health impact, which taking into account the epidemiologic predictions is expected to increase.
A crucial role in the management of DR and DME (not only for individuals, but also for the population) is played by an adequate screening program. This is based on the structure and organization of the healthcare system, the latest scientific developments in diagnostics (imaging) as well as technological advancements in computing (artificial intelligence, telemedicine) and their practical use. The recommendation presented by World Health Organization is also important. This paper evaluates all these factors, including evidence-based medicine reports and experience from existing DR and DME screening programs in comparable countries. Based on an evaluation of these parameters, recommended guidelines have been formulated for screening for DR and DME in the Czech Republic, including linkage to the Czech National Screening Center and the organization of the healthcare system.

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