Retinopathy of Prematurity

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Overview

Retinopathy of prematurity or ROP (formerly known as retrolental fibroplasia) is the abnormal growth of blood vessels within the retina and vitreous that occurs in some premature infants.

Abnormal blood vessel growth (neovascularization) does not deliver nutrients to the retina; rather, it is associated with significant disease as the blood vessels are fragile and prone to leak. The progression to later stages of ROP can lead to the formation of scar tissue on the retina, vitreou...Read the full article