Diabetic retinopathy screening practice and associated factors among adults with diabetes mellitus at a tertiary hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Background Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of preventable blindness. Because it is asymptomatic until substantial damage has occurred, periodic retinal examination is essential for early detection. Evidence on uptake where eye services are co-located with diabetes care in Ethiopia is lacking. This study assessed the prevalence of, and factors associated with, adequate diabetic retinopathy screening practice among adults with diabetes attending Menelik II Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa. Methods We conducted an institution-based cross-sectional study from December 2023 t

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