Diabetic retinopathy in Swaziland

Abstract

It is estimated that between 2010 and 2030 there will be a 98% increase in the number of adults in sub-Saharan Africa with diabetes.1 This is just one aspect of the epidemic of non-communicable diseases facing sub-Saharan Africa, driven by urbanisation, ageing, and changes to lifestyle and environment. The diabetes epidemic poses a significant challenge to health services, as non-communicable conditions should be managed by multi-disciplinary teams, with prevention as a primary aim.

Keywords

• Diabetic retinopathy
• Research
• Case study
• Diabetes mellitus
• Eye care programmes
• Swaziland