Most people consider an eye exam to be an inspection of the front of their eyes. However, doctors needs to examine the back of your eye, the retina, to check that it is healthy and not damaged or ...

A 26-year-old female nursing school graduate was referred to the New England Eye Center for decreased vision in both eyes with a normal fundus exam. One month before referral, she noted gradually ...

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a common complication of diabetes that affects the retina lining the inner eye. The condition can result in changes to blood vessels in the eye, which may damage the ...

The key to diagnosing the nation’s top cause of preventable blindness can now be found in the primary care physician’s office. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is responsible for causing up to 24,000 ...

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An individual's risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) and myocardial infarction (MI) can be accurately predicted by combining information about the pattern of their retinal blood vessels with genetic ...

AI-powered retinal imaging closes healthcare gaps, enables earlier intervention, and reveals new insights into systemic ...

Support local journalism. A digital subscription is incredibly affordable and makes you the most informed person around. Click here and subscribe today. Retina is a thin layer of tissue in the back of ...

Swelling, leaking blood vessels, or atypical growths can occur in your retina when you develop diabetic retinopathy. Recognizing specific changes can help your doctor diagnose your eye condition ...