In children with type IDM when is ophthalmologic evaluation indicated: (A) At the time of diagnosis, (B) After 1 year, (C) After 2 years, (D) After 5 years
Answer is D. Ophthalmologic examination should be conducted once the child is >10 yr of age and has had diabetes for 3 -5 year. Annual follow up should suggest. Reference: OP Ghai,essential paediatrics,8 th edition, page no 546