The Primary Cause of Blindness in the United States Is

Question

The primary cause of blindness in the United States is
A) cataracts.
B) diabetic retinopathy.
C) glaucoma.
D) retinal detachment.
E) retinopathy of prematurity.

Accepted Answer

Diabetic retinopathy is the primary cause of blindness among working-age adults in the United States, largely due to the increasing prevalence of diabetes.