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The emergence of retinopathy of prematurity in Guatemala

M E Sanchez1, B J Andrews, D Karr

  • 1Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, Oregon 97239, USA.

Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
|January 11, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Retinopathy of prematurity is a growing cause of blindness in Latin America. A study in Guatemala found a high incidence, indicating a need for formal screening programs for premature infants.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an emerging cause of blindness.
  • Latin America faces a growing burden of ROP.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of retinopathy of prematurity in infants in Guatemala City.
  • To assess the need for ROP screening programs in the region.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective examination of 88 infants meeting ROP screening criteria in Guatemala City in 2007.
  • Assessment for "plus" disease or stage V retinopathy of prematurity.

Main Results:

  • 14 out of 88 infants (16%) presented with "plus" disease or stage V ROP.
  • Indicates a potentially high incidence of ROP in Guatemala City.

Conclusions:

  • The incidence of retinopathy of prematurity in Guatemala City is likely high.
  • A formal screening program for ROP in premature infants is warranted in Guatemala.

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