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Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue layer at the back of the eye, in premature and low birth weight babies.
In particular, these abnormal blood vessels may fail to carry oxygen and nutrients to the retinal tissue and may damage nerve cells. This can lead to vision loss and even blindness. In the early stages of ROP, there are usually no symptoms. Therefore, regular eye scans are important for early diagnosis and treatment. In the later stages of ROP, the following symptoms may be observed.Although the exact cause of ROP is unknown, premature birth and low birth weight are the most important risk factors. The vessels in the eyes of premature babies are not fully developed and continue to develop after birth.
Abnormal vascular development can be affected by factors such as high or fluctuating oxygen levels and infection. Risk factors for ROP are as follows.An ROP examination is a procedure performed by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) and aims to determine the presence and severity of ROP. Before the examination, eye drops are used to dilate the baby's pupils. Anaesthetic drops may also be used to relax the baby.
During the examination, the doctor examines the baby's retina using a special instrument called an indirect ophthalmoscope. The doctor holds the ophthalmoscope at different angles to examine different areas of the retina. The examination takes a few minutes; as it can be uncomfortable for the baby, anaesthetic drops are used.Early diagnosis and treatment are very important to stop the progression of ROP and prevent blindness. Therefore, all babies in the risk group should have regular eye examinations after birth.
The first examination is usually performed between 4-6 weeks after birth. In very preterm babies (less than 30 weeks or less than 1250 grams), the first examination must not be delayed; it is timed so that it does not take place before 31 weeks of corrected age. In babies hospitalised in intensive care, the examination can be performed in the intensive care environment with portable devices. After the first examination, the frequency of examination varies depending on the stage of ROP and the risk factors of the baby.Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a serious eye disease that develops in premature and low birth weight babies. Abnormal growth and proliferation of blood vessels can cause damage to the retina (the light-sensing layer of the eye), leading to vision loss.
ROP treatment aims to prevent this damage and preserve vision. ROP treatment varies depending on the stage and severity of the disease. The main treatment options are as follows.Retinopathy of prematurity treatment price varies depending on the underlying cause and the operation to be performed. The treatment plan to be created by our specialist ophthalmologist depending on the detailed examination results may vary from person to person.
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