Bleeding in diabetic retinopathy causes formation of scar tissue. This pulls the retina and causes retinal detachment which leads to permanent loss of vision. Diagnostic Test.

A special photographic process known as Fundus Fluorescein Angiography (FFA), which involves injection of dye through the vein in the arm into the blood stream. Continuous photographs of the retina are taken for detecting leakage or poor blood flow in the vascular system of the retina.

Laser photocoagulation is the mainstay in the management of diabetic retinopathy. Focal, Grid and Pan Retinal Photocoagulation (PRP) are the different type's pf laser applications in diabetic Retinopathy.

In advanced diabetic eye disease comprising of vitreous haemorrhage, tractional retinal detachment, requires surgical intervention (vitrectomy) and endo laser photocoagulation.