Association of High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) with Diabetic Retinopathy

Dr. Manjiri Naik ^[2] | Dr. Indira Kanjani ^[3] | Dr. Sushant Yadav ^[2] | Dr. Syed Umar Quadri

Abstract: Aim To study the association of high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) with diabetic retinopathy. Material and Methods An observational study was carried out in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) both newly diagnosed and known cases of DM admitted in Medicine ward and not suffering from any other inflammatory condition. The hs-CRP levels were measured by Behring Nephalometer analyzer system. Fundus examination was done for retinopathy. Result Out of 75 type 2 DM patients, 49 patients had retinopathy.18 patients had mild non progressive retinopathy, 30 patients had moderate NPDR, whereas only 1 patient had severe NPDR. High hs-CRP levels were observed with moderate retinopathy and severe retinopathy. Conclusion The hs-CRP levels were raised in patient with diabetic retinopathy, also hs-CRP levels had association with severity of diabetic retinopathy.

Keywords: hs CRP, Diabetic retinopathy

Edition: Volume 6 Issue 9, September 2017,

Pages: 683 - 686

How to Download this Article?

Type Your Valid Email Address below to Receive the Article PDF Link

Verification Code will appear in 2 Seconds ... Wait

Association of High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) with Diabetic Retinopathy

Similar Articles with Keyword 'hs CRP'

Frequency and Relation of Malnutrition and Inflammation to Atherosclerosis Syndrome in Hemodialysis Patients in Zagazig University Hospitals

Effect of Probiotic Yogurt Supplementation on Intestinal Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in HIV-Positive Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy: Randomized Controlled Trials in 24 and 48 Weeks