Development of the electroretinogram between 30 and 50 weeks after conception

Hamilton, R. , Dudgeon, J., Bradnam, M. S. and Mactier, H. (2005) Development of the electroretinogram between 30 and 50 weeks after conception. Early Human Development, 81(5), pp. 461-464. (doi: 10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2004.10.019) (PMID:15935923)

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Abstract

Maturation of the electroretinogram (ERG) reflects retinal development. Serial ERGs recorded from a preterm infant between 30 and 50 weeks after conception showed rapid maturation. A transient loss of retinal sensitivity coincided with clinical signs of stage 2 retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Bradnam, Dr Michael and MacTier, Dr Helen and Hamilton, Dr Ruth
Authors: Hamilton, R., Dudgeon, J., Bradnam, M. S., and Mactier, H.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing
Journal Name:Early Human Development
Publisher:Elsevier
ISSN:0378-3782
ISSN (Online):1872-6232
Published Online:08 December 2004

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