Treatment Methods for Premature Infant Retinopathy

Premature infant retinopathy is an eye disease that can be treated with photocoagulation and cryotherapy, scleral buckling, and vitreoretinal surgery. It’s crucial to seek specialized medical treatment as soon as possible. Current treatment methods include: 1. Photocoagulation and cryotherapy for the inflamed area of the retina; 2. Scleral buckling; 3. Vitreoretinal surgery. Early treatment can prevent amblyopia in most cases of premature infant retinopathy. The optimal time for treatment is when the retinopathy is detected between 4 to 6 weeks after the premature infant’s birth.
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