title: Retinopathy of prematurity--review of the pathophysiology and classification.
abstract: This paper provides an update on current concepts concerning retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). It considers the history, risk factors and pathophysiology of ROP as well as clinical recognition of the condition. The paper also describes the approved method of classification of the disease and presents treatment options.
authors.affiliation: Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago 60616.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Veith
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Scharre
mesh_terms: D005654:Fundus Oculi; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D012178:Retinopathy of Prematurity / Q000145:classification / Q000503:physiopathology*; D014792:Visual Acuity