Diode laser for retinopathy of prematurity--early outcome.
Diode laser treatment for retinopathy of prematurity was successful in 81% of 21 eyes with 'threshold' (zone 2, stage 3+) disease. This compares favourably with cryotherapy and argon laser photocoagulation. The retinal outcome and technique are discussed.
Goggin
M
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Department of Paediatric Ophthalmology, Children's Hospital, Dublin, Republic of Ireland.
O'Keefe
M
M
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007234:Infant, Premature; D017075:Laser Coagulation / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D012178:Retinopathy of Prematurity / Q000601:surgery*; D016896:Treatment Outcome