Retinopathy of prematurity

Pediatr Clin North Am. 2003 Feb;50(1):77-87, vi. doi: 10.1016/s0031-3955(02)00111-6.

Abstract

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a relatively new condition. Only in the last 60 years have children survived who were born prematurely enough to have a significantly immature retinal vasculature. This article describes the classification and physiology of ROP, the interventions now available, and possible future therapies.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endothelial Growth Factors / physiology
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature
  • Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins / physiology
  • Lymphokines / physiology
  • Mass Screening
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity* / diagnosis
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity* / epidemiology
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity* / therapy
  • Risk Factors
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factors

Substances

  • Endothelial Growth Factors
  • Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins
  • Lymphokines
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factors