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Echographic findings in infants with ROP.
Documenta Ophthalmologica. Advances in Ophthalmology
|March 1, 1990
Summary
This review covers the history and findings of ultrasound in retinopathy of prematurity (ROP). It details echo patterns in various ROP stages, noting challenges in visualizing the retina due to changing acoustic properties.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a significant cause of visual impairment in premature infants.
- Ultrasound has played a role in diagnosing and monitoring ROP.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the historical use of ultrasound in retinopathy of prematurity.
- To describe key ultrasound findings in different stages of ROP.
Main Methods:
- Review of early A-scan and extensive B-scan literature (1984-1988) on ROP.
- Description of important and intriguing echo patterns observed in ROP.
Main Results:
- Ultrasound, particularly B-scan, has evolved in its application to ROP diagnosis.
- Specific echo patterns correlate with various stages of ROP severity.
- Challenges remain in definitively assessing retinal detachment using ultrasound due to variable acoustic properties.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasound is a valuable tool in the management of retinopathy of prematurity.
- Further research and technical advancements are needed to overcome limitations in visualizing retinal status.