Multifocal electroretinograms in the early stages of diabetic retinopathy

Chin Med J (Engl). 2002 Apr;115(4):563-6.

Abstract

Objective: To investigate the characteristics of multifocal electroretinograms (mf-ERG) of different phases in diabetic retinopathy (DR) and its clinical significance.

Methods: Multifocal electroretinograms in patients with DR (I - II stage) were tested with VERIS IV system.

Results: In I - II stage, the absolute values of N1, P1 and N2 response densities, and the N1-P1 and P1-N2 response densities were attenuated is a field of about 45 degrees in diameter.

Conclusion: As a new objective and quantitative examination for spatial visual function, multifocal electroretinograms may be valuable in the diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Diabetic Retinopathy / pathology
  • Diabetic Retinopathy / physiopathology*
  • Electroretinography / methods*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Retina / pathology
  • Retina / physiopathology
  • Time Factors