Knowledge, Awareness, and Eye Care-Seeking Behavior in Diabetic Retinopathy: A Cross-Sectional Study in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Abstract Introduction Diabetes mellitus (DM) is common metabolic disorder that is characterized by increased circulating blood glucose levels. Long-term, continuous hyperglycemia leads to vasculature-related disorders, including those affecting the eyes, such as retinopathy. The objective of this st...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Adis, Springer Healthcare
2018-09-01
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Series: | Ophthalmology and Therapy |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40123-018-0147-5 |