Diabetic Retinopathy Study

The Diabetic Retinopathy Study was a major research project conducted in the 1970s that examined how diabetes affects the eyes, specifically the retina. It aimed to find effective treatments to prevent vision loss caused by abnormal blood vessels and bleeding in the retina, which are common in diabetic retinopathy. The study helped establish the use of laser therapy as a standard treatment, significantly reducing the risk of blindness in people with diabetes. Its findings improved understanding and management of diabetic eye disease, leading to better preservation of vision for many patients with diabetes.