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In. Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies. 23rd Annual Student Research Day. Port of Sapin, Faculty of Medical Sciences,The University of the West Indies, October 14, 2021. .
Non-conventional
in English
| MedCarib
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ABSTRACT
⢠Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a condition whereby persons who suffer from diabetes have retinal damage resulting from consistently high blood glucose levels. ⢠DR is the leading cause of blindness in Trinidad and Tobago, accounting for 11.4% cases of blindness. ⢠Screening is the best way to prevent the development of DR as early medical intervention reduces the chances of blindness occurring ⢠Limited awareness of DR among the population hinders the ability for earlier intervention