NIHSeniorHealth: Diabetic Retinopathy

What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Causes and Risk Factors Symptoms and Detection Treatment Frequently Asked Questions MedlinePlus for More Information Printer friendly version		Diabetic Retinopathy Frequently Asked Questions 10. How is diabetic retinopathy treated? - cont'd Click to enlarge image Proliferative retinopathy is treated with laser surgery. This procedure is called scatter laser treatment. Scatter laser treatment helps to shrink the abnormal blood vessels. (Answer continues on next page.)

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