Identification and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity: an update and review.
South Med J
; 84(4): 475-8, 1991 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
The risk of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is higher in infants with a birth weight less than 1501 g (3 lb 5 oz). Identification programs coupled with refined treatment procedures can reduce visual impairment in infants with ROP. Physicians providing in-hospital care to these infants should ensure that ophthalmologic referral has been established before hospital discharge. Physicians examining these infants for their 6-week checkups are also vital safeguards in the ROP screening and referral process.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Retinopatia da Prematuridade
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Recém-Nascido de Baixo Peso
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Humans
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Infant
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Newborn
Idioma:
En
Revista:
South Med J
Ano de publicação:
1991
Tipo de documento:
Article