Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
- Preparing for surgery
Parents must be informed and consent obtained if any of the above treatments are considered for ROP. The details of the procedure will be explained to Parents fully by the Ophthalmologist, Anaesthetist and the Neonatal team.
All preparations are carried out include pre-operative investigations as necessary. The baby is intubated and sedated whilst laser treatment or other more invasive surgery is performed and all monitoring of vital signs and precautions are undertaken during and after the intervention.
