Mobile Phones for Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening in Lagos, Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa

Abstract

An iPhone combined with a 20-D lens appear to be useful in screening for ROP in resource-poor settings. More studies are needed in this area.

MII Ret Cam: A Boon towards Retinal Disease Imaging andDocumentation

“…The images captured by the system were satisfactory for staging and determining the need for treatment in ROP screening in resource-poor settings [7]. MII Ret Cam which was used in our study helps clinicians to diagnose, monitor diseases affecting both central and peripheral retina.…”

Trends in the Screening and Treatment of Retinopathy of Prematurity

“…30 The need for alternative solutions for ROP screening in developing countries was highlighted in 1 report investigating the use of a smart phone and a lens to provide remote screening. 32 A proposed "paradigm change" in the approach to ROP care has been made to address resource and personnel shortages, especially in low-and middle-income countries. 33 Each health system is likely to have its own unique reasons for difficulties with ROP care; however, it is clear from these combined results that global attention to optimizing ROP care is warranted, even in a relatively resource-rich country like the United States.…”

Agreement between retinal images obtained via smartphones and images obtained with retinal cameras or fundoscopic exams – systematic review and meta-analysis

“…On the other hand, early examination has been recognized as a proven practice for avoiding harm arising in prevalent situations, as well as for its potential to identify prognostic markers. This has been the case with diabetes,13 arterial hypertension,14 prematurity,15 glaucoma,16 among many other conditions 10,17. The simplicity of smartphone fundoscopy greatly scales up the use and availability of this resource.…”