Other specified diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral Save
ICD-10 code: E13.3593
Disease category: E13.359: Other specified diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema
Understanding Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral
Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a condition in which the body is unable to produce or use insulin efficiently, leading to high blood sugar levels. One of the most common complications of diabetes is diabetic retinopathy, which affects the eyes and can lead to vision loss if left untreated. One type of diabetic retinopathy that is worth discussing is Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral.
Other specified diabetes mellitus is a type of diabetes that is not classified as either type 1 or type 2. It is a catch-all category that includes diabetes caused by other diseases, drug-induced diabetes, and genetic defects that affect insulin secretion or action. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is a severe form of diabetic retinopathy characterized by the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the retina.
When left untreated, the abnormal blood vessels can leak fluid and blood into the eye, leading to vision loss. Macular edema, which occurs when fluid accumulates in the macula, the part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision, is another complication of diabetic retinopathy. However, in Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral, there is no macular edema present.
- Causes of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral
- Symptoms of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral
- Diagnosis of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral
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Treatment of Other specified diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral:
Treatment Options for Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral
Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose levels. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) is a serious complication of diabetes that can lead to blindness. When PDR occurs without macular edema in both eyes, it...
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The causes of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral are similar to those of other types of diabetes, including lifestyle factors, genetics, and other underlying health conditions.
The symptoms of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral are similar to those of other types of diabetic retinopathy, including blurred vision, floaters, and difficulty seeing at night.
Diagnosis of Other Specified Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Without Macular Edema, Bilateral involves a comprehensive eye exam, including a dilated eye exam and imaging tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fluorescein angiography.