Clinical and Demographic Factors Associated With Diabetic Retinopathy Among Young Patients With Diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Importance

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of vision loss worldwide. As the incidence of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes among youths continues to increase around the world, understanding the factors associated with the development of DR in this age group is important.

Objective

To identify factors associated with DR among children, adolescents, and young adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes in the US.

Design, setting, and participants

This cross-sectional study pooled data from 2 large academic pediatric centers in the US (Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children's Hospital [BCM/TCH] Diabetes and Endocrine Care Center and Johns Hopkins University [JHU] Pediatric Diabetes Center) to form a diverse population for analysis. Data were collected prospective

SUBMITTER: Ferm ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8477260 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature