Clinical Study of Respiratory Distress in Newborn

Vamisetty L S Chandrasekar

Abstract: A variety of disorders of respiratory system and non respiratory system can manifest clinically with respiratory distress. Improved diagnosis and treatment due to technological advancements and increased pediatric and neonatal specialization have led to an impressive fall in neonatal mortality Nonetheless, the continued high incidence of premature birth and infants receiving poor prenatal care continues to test the abilities of the neonatologist. Early recognition and appropriate therapy of neonatal respiratory disease has impressive result. Continued efforts in the prevention of premature birth, early identification of fetal distress, maternal risk factors for neonatal sepsis and, in diagnosis of diseases in utero will lead to further improvements in neonatal outcome.

Keywords: Respiratory Distress, Newborn