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BPD

Also written as: BPD — Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

A chronic lung disease that develops in premature infants who have received mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy, characterized by inflammation and scarring of the lungs.

Full Definition

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a chronic lung disease that primarily affects premature infants, particularly those born before 32 weeks of gestation. It develops as a result of lung injury from mechanical ventilation, oxygen toxicity, inflammation, and the immature development of the lungs. BPD is characterized by impaired alveolar and vascular development, leading to long-term respiratory problems. The condition is classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on oxygen requirements at 36 weeks corrected gestational age. Infants with BPD may require prolonged respiratory support and are at increased risk for pulmonary hypertension and neurodevelopmental delays.

Usage

Usage note: In pediatrics, BPD refers to bronchopulmonary dysplasia, not bipolar disorder or borderline personality disorder.

In Context

  • "The infant developed moderate BPD and was discharged home on low-flow oxygen therapy." — NICU discharge summary
  • "Prevention of BPD includes strategies to minimize ventilator-induced lung injury and oxygen exposure." — Clinical protocol

Also known as

bronchopulmonary dysplasia chronic lung disease of infancy

Don't confuse with

RDS pneumonia pulmonary hypertension

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