Textbook 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. 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. CONTENTS 1. Retinopathy of Prematurity: Historical Aspects 2. ROP in Industrialized Countries 3. Pathogenesis of ROP 4. Classification and Time of Onset of Acute-Phase ROP 5. Differential Diagnosis and Atypical ROP 6. Screening in ROP 7. Risk Factors for ROP and Their Prevention 8. Laser Management of ROP 9. Vitreoretinal Surgery for ROP 10. Sequelae of ROP 11. Rehabilitation of Blind Children 12. ROP: Pediatrician & ampamprsquos Perspective 13. Anesthetic Dilemma and Prescription for ROP in Advanced Stage 14. Parents and ROP 15. How to Open an ROP Unit 16. ROP Screening Programs 17. Telemedicine and Retinal Imaging for ROP Management 18. Current Understanding of ROP Based on Clinical Trials 19. Genetic Susceptibility to Advanced ROP 20. Medicolegal Aspects of ROP Index