Premature birth carries many risks. In addition to cardiac, respiratory and gastrointestinal problems, infants who are born prematurely (before 31 weeks gestation) can begin to develop a pediatric retinal disease known as Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP).
The human eyes are our window to the world around us. However, most people do not realize the importance of protecting our eyes until they experience visual impairment.