Oxidative Stress and Diabetic Retinopathy
A special issue of Antioxidants (ISSN 2076-3921). This special issue belongs to the section "Health Outcomes of Antioxidants and Oxidative Stress".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 January 2026 | Viewed by 835
Special Issue Editor
Interests: ocular regeneration; diabetic retinopathy; corneal diseases
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a leading cause of visual impairment among individuals with diabetes, with oxidative stress playing a critical role in its development and progression. Oxidative stress induces retinal microvascular dysfunction and contributes to a complex pathophysiological mechanism that involves increased angiogenesis and inflammation. Emerging evidence suggests that antioxidants may inhibit the onset and slow the progression of DR, positioning them as a promising therapeutic strategy.
This Special Issue explores the preventive and therapeutic potential of antioxidants in the context of diabetic retinopathy, emphasizing the role of oxidative stress in its pathophysiology. It will also address the potential utility of oxidative stress biomarkers for clinical application, the prospects for personalized therapeutic approaches, and the development of innovative antioxidant-based treatments.
By gathering insights at the forefront of basic research, clinical trials, and drug discovery, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive perspective on diabetic retinopathy. The scope of this Special Issue ranges from molecular mechanisms to proposals for novel therapeutic interventions, with the ultimate goal being to reduce the burden of DR and enhance visual outcomes for affected patients.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. We warmly invite you to contribute your latest research findings or comprehensive review articles to this Special Issue. Your expertise and insights will be invaluable in advancing our understanding of this important topic.
Dr. Tatsuya Mimura
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- diabetic retinopaty
- oxidative stress
- antioxidants
- inflammation
- environmental factor
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