Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 5 Total Retinal Detachment - CISMeF
Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 5 Total Retinal DetachmentNCIt concept
Preferred Label : Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 5 Total Retinal Detachment;
NCIt related terms : Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 5 - Total Retinal Detachment; Retinopathy of Prematurity Stage 5;
NCIt definition : An ophthalmoscopic finding that references retinopathy of prematurity characterized
by the presence of total retinal detachment.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A vasoproliferative condition of the retina seen in very immature newborn infants.
Stage 5 is defined by total retinal detachment. The retinal detachments are generally
tractional and usually funnel shaped. The configuration of the funnel itself is used
for subdivision of this stage depending if the anterior and posterior portions are
open or narrowed.;