Textbook of Retinopathy of Prematurity [Azad - LIPPINCOTT Williams and Wilkins]

It has been believed so far that retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs primarily in the advanced countries, but in recent times the disease has shown an exceedingly high rate of incidence in the developing world as well. Since the disease can cause childhood blindness, its high rate of occurrence becomes particularly alarming. Key Features Systematically discusses a wide spectrum of clinical presentations of Retinopathy of Prematurity. Highlights notable developments in retinopathy including ETROP classification, terminology of APROP, and telemedicine in Retinopathy of Prematurity. Discusses surgical techniques of Retinopathy of Prematurity, particularly the advent of microinvasive vitreous surgery. Includes relevant developments in the field of Retinopathy of Prematurity. It has been believed so far that retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs primarily in the advanced countries, but in recent times the disease has shown an exceedingly high rate of incidence in the developing world as well. Since the disease can cause childhood blindness, its high rate of occurrence becomes particularly alarming. Key Features Systematically discusses a wide spectrum of clinical presentations of Retinopathy of Prematurity. Highlights notable developments in retinopathy including ETROP classification, terminology of APROP, and telemedicine in Retinopathy of Prematurity. Discusses surgical techniques of Retinopathy of Prematurity, particularly the advent of microinvasive vitreous surgery. Includes relevant developments in the field of Retinopathy of Prematurity.