Textbook of Retinopathy of Prematurity

It has been believed so far that retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs primarily in the advanced countries, but in recent times the disease has shown an exceedingly high rate of incidence in the developing world as well. This title discusses a spectrum of clinical presentations of Retinopathy of Prematurity.

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This book is part of the LWW India publishing program. This program is developed for the Indian market working with Indian authors who are the foremost experts in their respective fields. Our Indian authors do research and teach at the most respected Indian medical schools and academic hospitals.

It has been believed so far that retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs primarily in the advanced countries, but in recent times the disease has shown an exceedingly high rate of incidence in the developing world as well. Since the disease can cause childhood blindness, its high rate of occurrence becomes particularly alarming.

Key Features


Systematically discusses a wide spectrum of clinical presentations of Retinopathy of Prematurity.
Highlights notable developments in retinopathy including ETROP classification, terminology of APROP, and telemedicine in Retinopathy of Prematurity.
Discusses surgical techniques of Retinopathy of Prematurity, particularly the advent of microinvasive vitreous surgery.
Includes relevant developments in the field of Retinopathy of Prematurity.