ROP ( Retinopathy of Prematurity)

SVNM Hospital is the only hospital in Gujarat offers specialized care for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), a sight-threatening condition affecting premature infants. Our dedicated team of pediatric ophthalmologists provides early detection, precise monitoring, and timely interventions to prevent vision loss and promote healthy eye development in these vulnerable babies
Vitreoretina Services at SVNM
At the heart of our Retina Department is a single mission: to protect, preserve, and restore vision using the most advanced technology, surgical expertise, and compassionate care.
Precision Diagnostics & Imaging
We are equipped with the latest high‑resolution Optos OCT along with OCT Angiography , KOWA fundus camera for Fundus photo and Fluorescein angiography and B scan ultrasonography for precise imaging to detect retinal diseases early on.
Advanced Laser treatment
We are equipped with Iridex micropulse laser with pattern program for painless pan retinal photocoagulation for diabetic retinopathy and LIO ( Laser indirect ophthalmoscopy) for treatment of peripheral retinal lesions like lattice , tears or holes and even for retinopathy of prematurity
Comprehensive Intravitreal Injection Services:
Our Retina Department offers all types of intravitreal injections — including anti‑VEGF agents (e.g., ranibizumab, aflibercept, brolucizumab, faricimab), corticosteroids, and antibiotics or antifungals — tailored to treat a wide range of retinal and vitreous diseases.
These therapies are used for conditions like diabetic macular edema, age‑related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusions, myopic CNV, endophthalmitis, and more
Advanced Surgical Treatment
For surgical excellence, we are equipped with 25 gauge microincision vitrectomy systems with Alcon Constellation vision system and Zeiss microscope with resight viewing system complete retinal visualization. This advanced technology ensures faster recovery, minimal discomfort, and excellent surgical outcomes. Our team also has extensive experience in complex retinal surgeries, including tractional retinal detachments in diabetes, giant retinal tears, recurrent detachments, macular holes, epiretinal membrane as well as scleral fixated IOL.
Divya Drishti ROP Project
Retinopathy of Prematurity is a disease affecting newborns who are born preterm or with birth weight less than 2kg. If not treated on time it can lead to lifetime blindness in a child. We at Swami Vivekanand Netra Mandir are working with the aim that No baby should go blind due to ROP. With this vision we started Divya Drishti ROP Project in South Gujarat using telemedicine approach. Currently with 2 Neo Camera and a team of 4 technicians, we screen 16 NICU across South Gujarat, Saurashtra, Nandurbar and Shahada in North Maharashtra. We have a team of experienced ROP consultants who provide treatment to these babies with lasers or injections. We are one of the few centers in India where surgical treatment for ROP is done.
Our Motto : Catch it before it catches you! “ samay se nidaan, samay se ilaaj”
Our Retina Department offers comprehensive, subspecialty‑driven care for a wide range of retinal and related conditions:
- Diabetic Retinopathy (DR)
- Myopia
- Retinal Detachment (RD)
- Age related macular degeneration (ARMD)
- Neuro-ophthalmology
- Uvea
- ROP
- Vitreo retinal interface disorder (ERM,VMT and Macular Hole)
- Ocular Trauma

ROP
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that can happen in babies who are premature (born early) — or who weigh less than 3 pounds at birth. ROP happens when abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue in the back of your eye)
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