..Starting node ..Retinopathy of prematurity stage 4 (HP:0500053)
Term ID:
500053
Name:
Retinopathy of prematurity stage 4
Synonym:
ROP stage 4
Definition:
Scar tissue that forms a continuous sheet coming up from the edge of the vascularized retina. This scar tissue can grow toward the vitreous base/posterior lens capsule resulting in traction, distortion, and even detachment.