Diabetes can have a tragic impact on the eyes including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and macular edema. Much can be prevented and minimized if diagnosed early and there is good diabetes management and treatment. This book provides an overview of the correlation between diabetes and vision problems, and how they are diagnosed, treated and prevented. Eye surgery is a concern once a problem is diagnosed. Laser treatments, vitrectomy, and retinal surgery are described. Chapters discuss coping with low vision through the ue of aids and the various available services for individuals with legal blindness. This is a comprehensive book printed in larger print and written by highly trained and experienced physicians.