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Practical guidelines for screening and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity in Saudi Arabia
Saleh A Al Amro1, Fahad Al Aql2, Saad Al Hajar3
1The Eye Consultants Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Insights
Early screening and treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in preterm infants are crucial for preventing childhood blindness. This guideline aids healthcare professionals in Saudi Arabia with ROP management.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Neonatology
- Public Health
Background:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is a significant cause of childhood blindness.
- Timely screening and intervention are vital for preventing vision loss in preterm infants.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical guidance on ROP screening and management for healthcare professionals in Saudi Arabia.
- To outline current indications for screening and treatment to minimize complications.
Main Methods:
- Development of a practical guideline by the National Eye Health Program and Neonatology Services Improvement Program.
- Solicitation and endorsement from the Saudi Ophthalmological Society and Saudi Neonatology Society.
Main Results:
- The guideline addresses key aspects of ROP screening and management.
- It emphasizes the importance of awareness regarding screening timing for neonatologists and pediatricians.
Conclusions:
- Adherence to this guideline can help prevent or minimize complications associated with ROP.
- It serves as a crucial resource for ophthalmologists, neonatologists, and allied health professionals in Saudi Arabia.
Abstract:
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is one of the leading causes of bilateral blindness in childhood. Early detection and effective treatment can prevent blindness. Efficient and timely screening examination of the retina by an experienced ophthalmologist who deals with preterm neonates with ROP is the mainstay in the management of this disease. All neonatologists and pediatricians who care for these at-risk preterm neonates should also be aware of this timing. This practical guideline intends to provide guidance to ophthalmologists, neonatologists and allied health care professionals in Saudi Arabia on current indications for screening and management of retinopathy of prematurity to prevent or minimize subsequent complications. This practical guideline was led by the National Eye Health Program (NEHP) and Neonatology Services Improvement Program at Ministry of Health (MOH), furthermore it has been solicited and endorsed from both Saudi Ophthalmological Society (SOS) and Saudi Neonatology Society (SNS).
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