Table 2

Challenges in the 15 institutions delivering routine ROP screening in Nigeria

ChallengesFrequency%
Lack of equipment and consumables
 Electronic systems to document ROP findings15100
 Lack of equipment to regulate oxygen in NICUs15100
 No laser for treatment1066.7
 Other: indirect ophthalmoscopes, specula, eye drops426.7
Other challenges
 Data management1386.7
 Financial support for treatment1066.7
 Late referral640.0
 ROP coordinator/support staff/inadequate manpower426.7
 Poor motivation and transportation issues for parents and team426.7
 Follow-up426.7
  • NICU, neonatal intensive care unit; ROP, retinopathy of prematurity.