Clinical Guidelines
Keeping an Eye on Diabetes
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April 28, 2026
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7 min
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DESP established in 2003, reducing diabetic blindness significantly.
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Annual screening offered to those with diabetes aged 12+.
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High screening uptake but gaps exist, especially in younger adults.
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Biennial screening for low-risk patients introduced in
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AI integration expected to enhance screening efficiency.
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Equity concerns highlighted, especially for ethnic minorities.
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Hospital eye services face increased demand for treatments.
