The Evolution of Teleophthalmology Programs in the United Kingdom: Beyond Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
This article reviews teleophthalmology programs currently deployed in the United Kingdom, focusing on diabetic eye care but also discussing glaucoma, emergency eye care, and other retinal diseases. We examined current programs and levels of evidence for their utility, and explored the relationships between screening, teleophthalmology, disease detection, and monitoring before discussing aspects of health economics pertinent to diabetic eye care. The use of teleophthalmology presents an immense opportunity to manage the steadily increasing demand for eye care, but challenges remain in the delivery of practical, viable, and ...
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Sim, D. A., Mitry, D., Alexander, P., Mapani, A., Goverdhan, S., Aslam, T., Tufail, A., Egan, C. A., Keane, P. A. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Cost-effectiveness of Different Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Modalities
We present results of a systematic review of studies evaluating cost-effectiveness of DR screening, and discuss potential relevance for LMICs. (Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Pasquel, F. J., Hendrick, A. M., Ryan, M., Cason, E., Ali, M. K., Narayan, K. M. V. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Current and Next Generation Portable Screening Devices for Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of legal blindness in the United States, and with the growing epidemic of diabetes, a global increase in the incidence of DR is inevitable, so it is of utmost importance to identify the most cost-effective tools for DR screening. Emerging technology may provide advancements to offset the burden of care, simplify the process, and provide financially responsible methods to safely and effectively optimize care for patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). We review here currently available technology, both in production and under development, for DR screening. Preliminary results of ...
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Micheletti, J. M., Hendrick, A. M., Khan, F. N., Ziemer, D. C., Pasquel, F. J. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Retinal Imaging Techniques for Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
Due to the increasing prevalence of diabetes mellitus, demand for diabetic retinopathy (DR) screening platforms is steeply increasing. Early detection and treatment of DR are key public health interventions that can greatly reduce the likelihood of vision loss. Current DR screening programs typically employ retinal fundus photography, which relies on skilled readers for manual DR assessment. However, this is labor-intensive and suffers from inconsistency across sites. Hence, there has been a recent proliferation of automated retinal image analysis software that may potentially alleviate this burden cost-effectively. Furthe...
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Goh, J. K. H., Cheung, C. Y., Sim, S. S., Tan, P. C., Tan, G. S. W., Wong, T. Y. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Feasibility of Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Acquisition Using a Handheld Versus Conventional Tabletop Unit
Conclusion: HH SD-OCT may be a feasible alternative to TT SD-OCT in select situations, especially in patients suffering from diabetic complications with limited mobility. (Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Mendez, N., Nayak, N. V., Kolomeyer, A. M., Szirth, B. C., Khouri, A. S. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Structural Changes by Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Conclusions: SD-OCT with retinal imaging was feasible in young individuals with DM1 and revealed ultrastructural macular and perimacular changes prior to manifest clinical disease. (Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Mendez, N., Kommana, S. S., Szirth, B., Khouri, A. S. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Improving Accuracy of Grading and Referral of Diabetic Macular Edema Using Location and Extent of Hard Exudates in Retinal Photography
Conclusion: We have proposed OCT-based classification of DME into severe and nonsevere CSME. Based on this limited analysis, severity of CSME is related more to extent of HE rather than proximity to the center of the macula. (Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Litvin, T. V., Weissenberg, C. R., Daskivich, L. P., Zhou, Q., Bresnick, G. H., Cuadros, J. A. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Automated Diabetic Retinopathy Screening and Monitoring Using Retinal Fundus Image Analysis
Conclusions: The presented automated tools have the potential to address the growing need for DR screening and monitoring, thereby saving vision of millions of diabetic patients worldwide. (Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Bhaskaranand, M., Ramachandra, C., Bhat, S., Cuadros, J., Nittala, M. G., Sadda, S., Solanki, K. Tags: Guest Editors: Jorge Cuadros, Paolo Silva, and Emanuele Trucco Source Type: research

Telemedicine for Diabetes: Economic Considerations
(Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - March 1, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Klonoff, D. C. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Accuracy Evaluation of an Integrated Blood Glucose Monitoring System With Improved Test Cassettes Following ISO 15197:2013
(Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Baumstark, A., Kraft, M., Hattemer, A., Haug, C., Freckmann, G. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Surveillance of the System Accuracy of Two Systems for Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose After Market Approval
(Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Jeanny, G., Hope, P. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Accuracy Evaluation of a CE-Marked System for Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose With Three Reagent System Lots Following ISO 15197:2013
(Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Salzsieder, E., Berg, S. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Is the Correlation of HbA1c to Average Glucose Predictable in Individuals With Sickle Cell Trait?
(Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology)
Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Behan, K. J., Mbizo, J., Johnston, M. A. Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

2015 IHDM Agenda
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Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Proceedings of Meetings / Conferences Source Type: research

2015 IHDM Abstracts
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Source: Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology - December 30, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Proceedings of Meetings / Conferences Source Type: research