Retrolental Fibroplasia
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Retrolental fibroplasia, or retrocrystalline fibroplasia, corresponds to retinopathy of prematurity, a retinal condition that can occur in babies born prematurely, in which the blood vessels of the eye do not develop normally.
Why it happens: It is related to the immaturity of the retina in premature newborns, whose eye development has not yet been completed at the time of birth.
Importance of follow-up: Timely eye examination in at-risk babies allows monitoring the progression of the retina and acting in time as determined by the professional.
Which specialists evaluate it? The ophthalmologist performs the examination of the baby's retina and the pediatrician coordinates the general care of the premature infant. If your baby was born before term, it is advisable to follow the recommended ophthalmological examinations to protect their vision.
Data on 44 doctors who treat retrolental fibroplasia
Which specialist treats retrolental fibroplasia?
Retrolental Fibroplasia is usually treated by specialists in ophthalmologist, medical and surgical retina specialist, pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in retrolental fibroplasia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is retrolental fibroplasia?
Retrolental fibroplasia, or retrocrystalline fibroplasia, corresponds to retinopathy of prematurity, a retinal condition that can occur in babies born prematurely, in which the blood vessels of the eye do not develop normally.
Which doctor treats retrolental fibroplasia?
Retrolental Fibroplasia is usually treated by specialists in ophthalmologist, medical and surgical retina specialist, pediatrician, pediatric surgeon, general practitioner, pediatric urologist.