Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
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It is helpful to know about bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) when caring for a premature newborn, since it is a chronic lung condition that can develop in babies who were born early and needed respiratory support during their first weeks of life.
What it is: it is a change in the development and function of the baby's lungs, which can prolong the need for care.
Possible manifestations:
- Rapid or labored breathing.
- Prolonged need for oxygen support.
- Greater susceptibility to respiratory infections.
Which specialist manages it? Its management involves the neonatologist, the pediatric pulmonologist, and the pediatrician, with support from other subspecialties depending on the case. If your baby had a premature birth and you notice breathing difficulties, the right thing is to keep up follow-up with a professional who monitors their progress.
Data on 79 doctors who treat bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Which specialist treats bronchopulmonary dysplasia?
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is followed by a pediatrician in general, and a pediatric pulmonologist when specialized management of the baby's lungs is needed. Follow-up focuses on respiratory function and growth. You can book these specialists to follow up on the baby's care.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Stephany Sbheidy García Arana
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Frequently asked questions
What is bronchopulmonary dysplasia?
It is helpful to know about bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) when caring for a premature newborn, since it is a chronic lung condition that can develop in babies who were born early and needed respiratory support during their first weeks of life.
Which doctor treats bronchopulmonary dysplasia?
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is followed by a pediatrician in general, and a pediatric pulmonologist when specialized management of the baby's lungs is needed. Follow-up focuses on respiratory function and growth. You can book these specialists to follow up on the baby's care.