Retinopathy of Prematurity

It is a blinding eye disease that affects premature babies due to the abnormal development of retinal blood vessels.

Stages of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

Stage 1

Mild abnormal development of blood vessel

Stage 2

Moderately abnormal development of blood vessel

Stage 3

Severe abnormal development of blood vessel

Stage 4

Partially detached retina

Stage 5

Completely detached retina

Signs & Symptoms of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

Wandering or shakey eyes
Eyes don’t follow objects
Pupils look white
Trouble recognizing faces

Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)

Eye Surgery

Scleral Buckle Surgery

A flexible band is placed around the sclera (the white part of the eye) which supports the detached retina until the eye starts growing normally.

Vitrectomy

Small openings are made in the eye wall to remove most of the vitreous (the gel-like fluid that fills the eye) and replace it with saline solution. The doctor then removes the scar tissue on the retina.

Laser Surgery/Cryotherapy

Laser surgery uses a beam of light to create scar tissue on the peripheral retina where abnormal blood vessels have not yet reached. Cryotherapy destroys the fringe of the retina through freezing.

Injections

Anti-VEGF drugs are injected into the eyes which block the growth of abnormal blood vessels.

Other Treatments

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