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what is cicatricial retinopathy of prematurity like?

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Decreases vision.: Cicatricial retinopathy causes scar tissue in the retina, which is the neural layer of the eye that is used for vision. Usually such retinal changes impinge on vision. A pediatric ophthalmologist (eye doctor) can help assess the extent of the damage and what visual effects to expect and whether any treatment can be helpful.

Question 2

retinopathy of  prematurity still common?

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Yes: The main risk factor for development of rop is prematurity and low birth weight.  With better survival rates for premature babies, we are seeing more of these children with rop.

Question 3

how can i help my baby if he has retinopathy of prematurity?

Accepted Answer

See below: Other than recommended follow up with an ophthalmologist, there is nothing you can do, sorry.

Question 4

what are the  most common causes of retinopathy of prematurity?

Accepted Answer

Premature birth!: The cause is due to premature birth and possibly use of high oxygen concentration for breathing in premature infants.  The retina is not fully developed and vascularized in the periphery and exposure to the air causes the peripheral retina to not vascularize, which can cause contraction, scarring and possible retinal detachment.

Question 5

who else has retinopathy of prematurity besides tiny babies?

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Also iillnesses: Prematurity is a risk factor that can lead to blindness. One important risk factor is birth weight, 1251 grams or less (2 lbs 12 ounces). A landmark study called the early treatment for retinopathy of prematurity, laser decreased incidence of blindness http://www.Nei.Nih.Gov/neitrials/static/study83.Asp  the patient will need lifelong eye care for glaucoma, cataracts, strabismus, amblyopia, etc.

Question 6

can i get financial help for with my baby's retinopathy of prematurity?

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RETINOPATHY: Prematurity has secondary retinopathy from  bili light exposure. You can get financial help from the disability of prematurity by applying to social security.

Question 7

how common now is retinopathy of prematurity (rop) in babies?

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Rare: 0.2 - 0.4% of all babies born in the us.  The more premature the baby, the higher the likelihood.

Question 8

are premature babies who suffered retinopathy of prematurity have any chance of seeing?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Babies with retinopathy of prematurity (rop) have a good chance of seeing in societies where advanced medical care exists. About 500 children per year in the us are reported to develop blindness due to rop. Ongoing follow up for babies with rop is important because other vision issues can also occur in these children over time.

Question 9

are premature babies who suffered retinopathy of prematurity and went blind ever going to have any chance of seeing?

Accepted Answer

Very Unlikely: Prematurity is a risk factor that can lead to blindness. One important risk factor is birth weight, 1251 grams or less (2 lbs 12 ounces). A landmark study called the early treatment for retinopathy of prematurity, laser decreased incidence of blindness http://www.Nei.Nih.Gov/neitrials/static/study83.Asp  the patient will need lifelong eye care for glaucoma, cataracts, strabismus, amblyopia, etc.

Question 10

what is premature retinopathy?

Accepted Answer

ROP?: There is a condition occurring in premature infants called Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in which the child is born before the retina has completed normal growth.  Treatment needs to be done early and can involve observation, laser, injections and surgery.

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