Watching Over Tiny, Developing Eyes
Premature babies are still developing when they’re born, and that includes the blood vessels in their retina. Retinopathy of prematurity, or ROP, happens when that development doesn’t finish the way it should, and if it goes unnoticed, it can lead to permanent vision loss. That’s why screening matters so much. It involves examining the baby’s retina with a specialised instrument, usually a few times over the first weeks or months of life. At Lall 20/20 Eye Care, we work closely with neonatologists to make sure at-risk babies are screened without any delay.
Not every baby needs the same level of watching. Depends on how early they were born and how much they weighed at birth. Here are two options available:
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Years of experience with newborn eyes, backed by the right equipment, are what keep ROP screening here careful and on time.
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FAQs
Q1. Which babies need ROP screening?
Babies born early, before 31 weeks, or with lower birth weight, are more at risk. That said, screening’s recommended for all preterm infants, just to be safe.
Q2. How is ROP screening done
A specialist dilates the baby’s eyes and examines the retina with a specialised instrument. It’s usually repeated a few times over the first weeks or months.
Q3. Is ROP screening painful for the baby?
Not really. There’s brief discomfort, similar to a regular eye exam, but it’s quick and not a painful procedure at all.
Q4. Can ROP be treated successfully?
Yes, if it’s caught early. Laser therapy and cryotherapy both work well at stopping it from progressing and protecting the baby’s vision.