Dr. Ritika Gaur

Dr. KARISHMA GOYAL

Abstract

Aim: Incidence of ROP at tertiary centre in northwest India, prevalence of associated risk factors and treatment outcomes. Methods: Screening of the referred patients and according to national neonatal forum guidelines.

Result: Birth weight range- 700 to 1800 gm, Mean weight = 1250±270 gm,Gestational age range = 22-34 weeks

Mean gestational age = 29.83±1.96 weeks, ROP positive-29.50%. 72.88% cases required intervention and 27.12% cases were observed. Significant relationship was found with O2 therapy, blood transfusions and sepsis.Birth weight at treatment was significantly lower in Anti-VEGF treated group.Significantly greater number of additional Anti-VEGF injections required.In the end, all cases were regressed completely with no progression & deterioration. Conclusion:Improving awareness among community‑based health workers and parents, along with training of medical professionals (pediatricians, ophthalmologists, nurses) can help in effective and prompt care in India.