Usually not. Most children with regressed ROP live normal lives. On occasion, children with more advanced stages of ROP may have limitations with regard to sports and other activities.
ROP is a lifelong disease, whether it resolves after treatment or gets better (regresses) on its own. Formerly premature children and adults require ongoing care for near sightedness (myopia), amblyopia (“lazy eye”), retinal detachment, and early cataract.
When stage 4 or 5 ROP is reached, the retina is detached and other therapies can be performed. One such therapy is scleral buckling, which involves encircling the eyeball with a silicone band to try and reduce the pulling on the retina. The most commonly performed surgery is vitrectomy (removal of the gel-like substance called […]
Peripheral vision (“side vision”) is usually reduced by laser treatment. Some side vision is sacrificed in the interest of preserving central vision – what we all use to read, drive, etc
It depends on the stage and severity of ROP. The less scar tissue present at the time of treatment, the greater the potential for visual development. Eyes treated at stage 2 or 3 may see as well as 20/40 or better. Eyes at early stage 4 often see as well as 20/80 – 20/200. About […]
The baby’s eyes are dilated, a lid speculum is used to hold the lids open, and the peripheral retina is treated with the laser. Treatment can be done either under general anesthesia, or sedation with local anesthesia.
Most infants requiring treatment for ROP are treated at about 35-36 weeks post-conceptional age (typical range 32-40 weeks). If you experience tired eyes, overall fatigue or discomfort when working at your computer, schedule a computer vision exam. Our eye doctor can help you decide if computer eyeglasses are right for you.
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