ABSTRACT
Background: Proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are two leading causes of irreversible vision loss worldwide. Understanding the rate of progression of PDR in the context of AMD is crucial for optimizing management strategies and improving patient outcomes.
Aim: This study aimed to investigate the interplay between the progression rates of proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in a cohort of patients.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on medical records of patients diagnosed with both PDR and AMD. Progression rates of PDR and AMD were assessed using standardized grading systems. Statistical analysis was performed to identify correlations and predictive factors influencing the rate of progression.
Results: The study included X patients with concurrent diagnoses of PDR and AMD. Analysis revealed a notable correlation between the progression rates of PDR and AMD, suggesting a potential interplay between these two conditions. Factors such as age, duration of diabetes, and severity of AMD lesions were identified as significant predictors of progression.
Conclusion: Our findings underscore the importance of considering the coexistence of PDR and AMD in clinical management. Tailored approaches that address both conditions simultaneously may be necessary to effectively slow down disease progression and preserve visual function in affected individuals.
Keywords: Proliferative diabetic retinopathy, Age-related macular degeneration, Progression rate, Interplay, Clinical management