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Therapeutic Targets For Diabetic Retinopathy: A Translational Approach offers a consolidated view of this complex disorder by summarizing the latest evidence-based studies and translating their findings into practical, actionable knowledge. This concise resource covers the fundamentals of diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema with an emphasis on basic science and therapeutic targets on the horizon. Ophthalmologists, optometrists, and researchers will find the translational approach to this common eye disorder to be useful in both research and clinical practice settings. Takes a concise yet comprehensive approach to diabetic eye disorders, covering basic science as well as therapeutic agents with both current and future clinical applications.   Covers current diagnostic and management guidelines as well developments on the horizon that are likely to improve patient outcomes.   Explains the pathophysiological mechanisms of diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema from both a basic and clinical perspective, helping readers seek promising new therapeutic targets.  Consolidates today's available information on this timely topic into a single, convenient resource. 

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Author:   Weiye Li, MD, PhD (Professor emeritus of Ophthalmology, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) ,  Jingfa Zhang, MD, PhD (Associate Chief Physician, Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital), Shanghai)
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Weight:   0.700kg
ISBN:  

9780323930642

ISBN 10:   0323930646
Pages:   322
Publication Date:   11 January 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction of diabetic retinopathy and principles of treatment Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 2. Diabetes-induced metabolic disorders of diabetic retinopathy Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 3. Diabetic retinopathy, a neurovascular unit disease Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 4. The pathogenic role of apoptosis in the development of diabetic retinopathy Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 5. Diabetic retinopathy, a disease with low-grade inflammation Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 6. Neurodegeneration and microangiopathy in diabetic retina and choroid Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 7. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy, a disease of pathologic angiogenesis and vasculogenesis Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 8. Pathogenesis of diabetic macular edema Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 9. Treatments for diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema in pipeline Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang 10. Future perspectives for diabetic retinopathy management Weiye Li and Jingfa Zhang

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Dr. Weiye Li, Professor Emeritus, Retina Surgeon, and Researcher of Drexel University, College of Medicine, an internationally renowned expert in the study of diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration, shares his practice, experience, and insight in this book. Dr. Jingfa Zhang, Senior Scientist and Attending Physician at the Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital), Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, P.R. China, is a physician-scientist focusing on diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration.

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