| ENCYCLOPEDIA 4U .com |
Encyclopedia Home Page |
|
|
Retrolental fibroplasiaRetrolental fibroplasia is a deformation of the eyes caused by placing premature babies in incubators with high oxygen levels. The blood vessels of the retina first atrophy, then grow back madly. The retina may detach, and scar tissue may form on the back of the lens or completely surround the lens. If the retina detaches or the lens scars, the result is blindness.
|
Content on this web site is provided for informational purposes only. We accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by any person resulting from information published on this site. We encourage you to verify any critical information with the relevant authorities.
This article is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License. It uses material from the Wikipedia article "Retrolental fibroplasia".