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Associations between red reflex abnormality, consanguinity and intensive care hospitalization of newborns in Turkey

Zeynep Ozkurt1, Selahattin Balsak2, Yusuf Yildirim1

  • 1Department of Ophthalmology, Dicle University of Medicine, Diyarbakir, Turkey.

Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal = La Revue De Sante De La Mediterranee Orientale = Al-Majallah Al-Sihhiyah Li-Sharq Al-Mutawassit
|September 15, 2018
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Red reflex screening in Southeast Turkey identified significant ocular abnormalities, particularly in newborns with consanguinity. Early detection through this vital eye test is crucial for preventing vision loss.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Genetics
  • Neonatal Care

Background:

  • Red reflex screening is a critical, yet often overlooked, method for identifying serious infant eye conditions.
  • Early detection of ocular diseases can prevent vision impairment and address life-threatening issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess newborn red reflex abnormalities in Southeast Turkey.
  • To determine the prevalence of ocular diseases linked to abnormal red reflexes.
  • To investigate the association between consanguinity and red reflex abnormalities.

Main Methods:

  • Examined 1358 newborns using pencil light and direct ophthalmoscopy.
  • Categorized newborns into rooming-in units (RIU) and neonatal intensive care services (NICS).
  • Analyzed the correlation between consanguineous marriage and abnormal red reflexes.

Main Results:

  • Abnormal red reflexes were detected in 0.88% of RIU newborns and 2.51% of NICS newborns.
  • The sensitivity of pencil light examination for detecting abnormalities was 71.4%.
  • A significant association was found between consanguineous marriage and abnormal red reflexes (P = 0.017).

Conclusions:

  • Red reflex screening is essential for the early diagnosis of potentially blinding and life-threatening eye disorders in newborns.
  • The high prevalence of consanguinity in Southeast Turkey underscores the importance of this screening in the region.
  • Routine screening can facilitate timely intervention for pediatric eye conditions.
Abstract

Keywords:
congenital cataractconsanguinityintensive carenewborn screeningred reflex test

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