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  • Title: [Retinal detachment caused by late-stage retinopathy of prematurity].
    Author: Vallat M, Mathon C, Van Coppenolle F, Detre J, Fritsch D, Clavel D, Moze M.
    Journal: J Fr Ophtalmol; 1986; 9(8-9):573-82. PubMed ID: 3819331.
    Abstract:
    Retinal detachment occurring in late stages of retinopathy of prematurity may appear spontaneous when a short oxygen therapy in low birthweight infant has been failed to recognized. As it is initially a tractional detachment the understanding of underlying pathogenic mechanisms is still important to choose adequate treatment which will determine the success of the surgery. Six patients with R.D. were recognised as having late complication of R.P. on the aspect of pathological posterior retinal vasculature and typical history of prematurity and oxygen therapy. All cases were treated successfully by different procedures varying with the severity of the disease. Use of vitrectomy can be advised in some cases but, is still a dangerous procedure, especially in this peculiar condition.
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