retrolental fibroplasia /-len″təl/ [L, retro + lentil, lens, fibra, fiber; Gk, plassein, to mold] , 1. a formation of fibrous tissue behind the lens of the eye, resulting in blindness. 2. a severe form of retinopathy in premature infants associated with complete retinal detachment. It can be prevented by timely administration of retinal laser therapy.
