Early-Onset Sepsis as an Early Predictor for Retinopathy of Prematurity: A Meta-analysis.

Salma El EmraniLotte E van der MeerenEsther J S JansenJelle J GoemanJacqueline U M TermoteEnrico LoprioreNicoline E Schalij-Delfos

Published in: American journal of perinatology (2024)

· This meta-analysis reveals a 2.2-fold increased risk of severe ROP in neonates with proven EOS.. · Future studies should distinguish between EOS and LOS when investigating risk factors of ROP.. · Treatment decisions should be adapted where possible in neonates with EOS before ROP screening begins..

Keyphrases

early onset
risk factors
late onset
systematic review
case control
low birth weight
intensive care unit
acute kidney injury
meta analyses
septic shock
randomized controlled trial