Trends and Barriers in Diabetic Retinopathy Screening: Korea National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey 2016-2021.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of diabetes is increasing globally, highlighting the importance of preventive healthcare. This study aimed to identify the diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening rates and risk factors linked to DR screening nonadherence in the Korean population through a nationally representative sample survey.

Methods

Among the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey database from 2016 to 2021, participants aged ≥ 40 years with diabetes were included. The weighted estimate for nonadherence to DR screening within a year was calculated. Risk factor analyses were conducted using univariate and multivariate logistic regression.

Results

Among the 3,717 participants, 1,109 (29.5%) underwent DR screening within the past year, and this national estimate

SUBMITTER: Kim MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11249577 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature