title: Retrolental fibroplasia: a medical dilemma.
abstract: Retrolental fibroplasia (RLF) remains as a leading cause of visual impairment in infants. The pathophysiology of RLF is discussed as well as the significant risk factors. The clinical course of the disease is considered including the various stages of RLF and the differential diagnosis. Finally, the management and treatment options of RLF are discussed.
mesh_terms: D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007235:Infant, Premature, Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D009389:Neovascularization, Pathologic; D013508:Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures; D010100:Oxygen / Q000009:adverse effects; D012171:Retinal Vessels / Q000473:pathology*; D012178:Retinopathy of Prematurity / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology / Q000628:therapy
chemical_list: D010100:Oxygen