Specialised ROP Care at SGLEH

The ROP Department focuses on screening, diagnosing, and managing retinal abnormalities in premature infants. Regular assessment helps track retinal development and identify changes that may require medical or surgical intervention.

Conditions We Treat

• Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
• Mild and moderate ROP
• Severe ROP
• Type 1 ROP
• Aggressive ROP
• Plus disease
• Retinal vascular abnormalities
• Retinal detachment associated with ROP
• Persistent avascular retina

Advanced Diagnostic Support

Careful retinal evaluation helps determine the stage of ROP and monitor the progression of abnormal blood vessel development.

• Dilated retinal examination
• Indirect ophthalmoscopy
• Retinal imaging
• Wide-field retinal photography
• Assessment of retinal vascular development
• ROP staging and classification
• Regular follow-up screening

Treatment and Management

Management depends on the stage, severity, and progression of the condition, with timely intervention essential to reduce the risk of vision loss.

• Regular retinal monitoring
• Laser photocoagulation
• Intravitreal anti-VEGF injections
• Treatment of progressive ROP
• Vitreoretinal surgery for advanced cases
• Long-term visual development assessment

Importance of ROP Care

• Early identification of abnormal retinal development
• Timely intervention to prevent severe complications
• Reduced risk of retinal detachment
• Protection against permanent childhood vision loss
• Monitoring of long-term visual development
• Better visual outcomes through timely screening

Why Choose Siliguri Greater Lions Eye Hospital (SGLEH)?

• Recognised as the Best Eye Hospital in North Bengal
• Experienced specialists in paediatric retinal conditions
• Advanced retinal examination and imaging facilities
• Timely screening and management of premature infants
• Comprehensive follow-up with a focus on childhood vision protection