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**Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment**

Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is a potentially serious eye condition that affects premature infants, particularly those born before 31 weeks of gestation or with a very low birth weight. This condition involves abnormal development of blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. If not detected and managed early, ROP can lead to vision impairment or even blindness.

### What Causes Retinopathy of Prematurity?

During normal fetal development, retinal blood vessels grow gradually and reach full maturity near the time of birth. However, in premature babies, this development is interrupted. After birth, abnormal blood vessel growth may occur, which can be fragile and prone to leaking. Factors such as oxygen therapy, low birth weight, infections, and unstable health conditions can increase the risk of ROP.

### Stages of ROP

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