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    • To outline the comprehensive management of diabetic retinopathy.
    • To highlight the role of innovative imaging techniques in DR assessment.
    • To discuss therapeutic strategies for different stages of DR.

    Main Methods:

    • Regular ophthalmic examinations and multimodal imaging (OCT, OCT-A, ultrawide field imaging).
    • Multifactorial intervention: glucose and blood pressure control, cardiovascular risk management.
    • Specific ophthalmic therapies: laser photocoagulation, intravitreal anti-VEGF injections, vitreoretinal surgery.

    Main Results:

    • Innovative imaging techniques aid in early diagnosis and prognosis.
    • Multifactorial intervention is key for early-stage DR.
    • Targeted therapies effectively manage DME and proliferative DR (PDR).

    Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive management involving regular screening, advanced imaging, and timely, specific treatments is essential for diabetic retinopathy.
    • Controlling diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors are fundamental.
    • Modern imaging and therapeutic options improve outcomes for patients with diabetic retinopathy.