title: Retinopathy of prematurity.
abstract: Research studies have provided advancements in knowledge regarding retinopathy of prematurity. Examination identifies premature infants with threshold disease that indicates need for treatment. It is hoped that timely evaluation and treatment will reduce the incidence of ROP-related blindiness.
authors.affiliation: University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Chicago, USA.
authors.forename: B H
authors.initials: BH
authors.lastname: Ticho
authors.forename: V
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Dreger
mesh_terms: D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012178:Retinopathy of Prematurity / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology