Respiratory disorders in the newborn: identification and diagnosis.

A Model of the Respiratory System in the Newborn Infant

A dynamic mathematical model is presented which successfully simulates the respiratory control system of the newborn infant in different physiological conditions. The primary objective in constructing this model has been to provide a simulation aid in the investigation of maturation of the respiratory system, and the respiratory disorders during the newborn period, without the need for invasive...

A Newborn with Right Eye Proptosis Secondary to Lymphangioma: A Case Report

Background: Lymphangiomas are relatively rare, benign, congenital malformations, which may affect the conjunctiva, lids and orbit of the eyes. Lymphangiomas are commonly located behind the orbital septum and usually manifest with proptosis, as well as the pain caused by spontaneous intralesional hemorrhage or upper respiratory infection. Previous studies have proposed the major causes of neonat...

Primary immunodeficiency diseases (PIDs) is a diverse group of diseases, characterized by a defect in the immune system. These patients are susceptible to recurrent respiratory infections, gastrointestinal problems, autoimmune diseases, and malignancies. In most cases, patients with primary immunodeficiency disorders have genetic defects and are monogenic disorders that follow a simple Mendelia...

Common respiratory conditions of the newborn

KEY POINTS Respiratory distress is a common presenting feature among newborn infants.Prompt investigation to ascertain the underlying diagnosis and appropriate subsequent management is important to improve outcomes.Many of the underlying causes of respiratory distress in a newborn are unique to this age group.A chest radiograph is crucial to assist in diagnosis of an underlying cause. EDUCATI...

پنومونی بینابینی دسکواماتیو در یک نوزاد دوازده روزه همراه با سپتی‌‌سمی استافیلوکوک اپیدرمیدیس: گزارش موردی

  A normal twelve day old newborn with normal gestational period was admitted because of respiratory problems, agitation and vomiting. The patient was diagnosed to have septicemic and was kept under antibiotic therapy. In blood culture, and also culture of umblical cord and various secretions,staph-ylococcus epidermidis was isolated. Despite the therapeutic management, the condition of the neon...