What Is Bpd Lung Disease

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a form of chronic lung disease that affects newborns, most often those who are born prematurely and need oxygen therapy. In BPD the lungs and the airways (bronchi) are damaged, causing tissue destruction (dysplasia) in the tiny air sacs of the lung (alveoli).

Is BPD the same as chronic lung disease?

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a form of chronic lung disease that affects newborns. Most infants who develop BPD have been born prematurely and need oxygen therapy. Most infants recover from BPD, but some may have long-term breathing difficulties.

Is bronchopulmonary dysplasia life threatening?

Most infants with BPD recover. In rare cases it can be life-threatening or require long-term respiratory support. Babies with BPD have abnormal lungs. This affects the air spaces, airways and the lining of small blood vessels in the lungs.