IMPORTANT: We currently have a number of bugs related to image cropping and are actively trying to resolve them. In the meantime, we have disabled cropping. Apologies for any inconvenience. Stay informed: radiopaedia.org/chat

Retinal detachment in a former premature

Case contributed by Joseph Scheller
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

A 900 gram twin infant with cleft palate and failure to thrive

Patient Data

Age: 1 year
Gender: Female

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

Bilateral complete retinal detachment.

Case Discussion

900 gm twin born at 30 weeks with a history of retinopathy of prematurity. The child underwent photocoagulation at 1 month of age. At 4 months the retinopathy had resolved. The child was lost to follow-up and was seen at age 1 year for failure to thrive. Brain imaging and retinal exam confirmed complete retinal detachment bilaterally.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.