Diabetic Retinopathy: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Approach
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Pathology, Diagnostics, and Therapeutics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 33
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
As you know, Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of blindness in adults, caused by complex pathophysiology involving both vascular and neural components. Traditional treatments, including anti-VEGF agents and laser therapy, primarily focus on advanced stages of DR, yet limitations in treatment outcomes have also been reported. Therefore, this Special Issue aims to offer insights into disease progression prior to overt vascular damage by featuring the latest molecular mechanisms on the pathogenesis of DR, particularly early neurovascular and cellular mechanisms that have recently gained attention for their significance. By enhancing our understanding of retinal neurodegeneration and neurovascular unit dysfunction, we aim to contribute to the development of novel biomarkers, preventive strategies, and personalized therapeutic approaches that can greatly aid in DR management on the level of molecular research. This special issue thus seeks to bridge the gaps in current therapeutic approaches through a deeper understanding of DR. We welcome various submission types, including original research articles, and comprehensive reviews.
Dr. Heuiran Lee
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- retinal neurodegeneration
- diabetic retinopathy
- diabetic retinopathy (DR) Pathogenesis
- neurovascular unit (NVU) dysfunction
- biomarkers in diabetic retinopathy
- novel treatments for diabetic retinopathy
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