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Prevalence and risk factors associated with diabetic retinopathy: a cross-sectional study in northern Xinjiang
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A cross-sectional study of 3,253 diabetic patients in northern Xinjiang reveals a 17.9% prevalence of diabetic retinopathy. Key risk factors identified include younger age, male gender, hypertension, and insulin usage.
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Understanding regional prevalence and risk factors is critical for developing targeted public health interventions to prevent vision loss in diabetic populations.
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