Personal Experience With COVID-19 and Community Screening of Diabetic Retinopathy in Iran

摘要

Diabetes mellitus and its complications threaten global health. The prevalence of diabetes is predicted to rise more than 1.5 times from 2000 to 2030,1 so the complications of diabetes such as diabetic retinopathy (DR) will grow, likewise. DR as a leading and a potentially preventable cause of visual impairment and blindness is becoming a priority in eye conditions.2,3 On the other hand, it has been proven that timely and regular screening and treatment can reduce the consequent complications by up to 90%.4