A few numbers
In Quebec and Canada, diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in adults.
Diabetes affecting the eyes is a question of time:
Eyes affected by diabetes:
After 10 years:
70%
After 15 years:
80%
After 20 years:
almost 100%
The prevalence of diabetic retinopathy among people with diabetes is 20% (6000 - 10 000 / million inhabitants).
Blood glucose control reduces :
The risk of diabetic retinopathy of:
76%
The rythm of progression of diabetic retinopathy of:
54%
Control of blood pressure reduces:
The risk of deterioration of vision of:
47%
Regular exams and treatment at the appropriate moment preserve the vision in 95% of the cases. More than 50% of diabetic people do not have a regular eye exam as recommended by all health organizations involved in diabetes.
Back
