Critical Analytic Report: Incidence of Retinopathy of Prematurity and Telemedicine for Retinopathy of Prematurity
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Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) remains a leading cause of childhood blindness worldwide. Further, the incidence of ROP appears to be rising. Screening patients for early diagnosis and timely treatment can have a significant influence on preventing and reducing vision loss from retinopathy in preterm infants. Screening for ROP with a telephoto imaging service (telemedicine) using a wide-angle digital retinal imaging system is an increasingly accepted diagnostic screening option and can be beneficial when needed in a global health service system.
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