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Distribution of retinopathy of prematurity and its risk factors

Amirkhosro Ghaseminejad1, Pedram Niknafs

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.

Iranian Journal of Pediatrics
|October 12, 2012
PubMed

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Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) affects 29% of premature infants in Kerman, Iran. Lower gestational age and birth weight are key risk factors for ROP development.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neonatology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a significant cause of visual impairment in premature infants.
  • Understanding ROP distribution and risk factors is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence and risk factors of ROP in premature infants.
  • To gather initial data on ROP in Kerman, Iran.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective, cross-sectional study was conducted from 2006-2008.
  • Data on premature infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) were collected, including risk factors and eye examination results.
  • Statistical analysis included logistic regression and chi-square tests.

Main Results:

  • 29% of 83 premature infants screened had ROP.
  • Infants with ROP had a mean gestational age of 30.17 weeks and mean birth weight of 1247.92 grams.
  • Gestational age and birth weight were significantly associated with ROP (P<0.001).
  • Treatment was indicated for 25% of infants with ROP.

Conclusions:

  • The study found a relatively high prevalence of ROP in the studied population.
  • Gestational age and birth weight were identified as independent determinants of ROP.
Abstract

Keywords:
Birth WeightGestational AgeNeonatePrematurityPrevalenceRetinopathy

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