Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 2 Intraretinal Ridge - CISMeF
Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 2 Intraretinal RidgeNCIt concept
Preferred Label : Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 2 Intraretinal Ridge;
NCIt related terms : Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 2 - Intraretinal Ridge; Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 2;
NCIt definition : An ophthalmoscopic finding that references retinopathy of prematurity characterized
by the presence of an elevated ridge.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A vasoproliferative condition of the retina seen in very immature newborn infants.
Stage 2 is defined by an intraretinal ridge, the ridge arises from the demarcation
line and has height and width, which extends above the plane of the retina. The ridge
may change from white to pink and vessels may leave the plane of the retina posterior
to the ridge to enter it.;