Developmental Aspects of Lung Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are the embryonic aspects of congenital lung disease?
A
Tracheal, laryngeal stenosis
Pulmonary genesis
Trachea-oesophageal fistula
2
Q
What are the pseudo glandular aspects of congenital lung disease?
A
Pulmonary sequestration
Cystadenomatoid deformation
Cyst formation
3
Q
What are the diaphragm development aspects of congenital lung disease?
A
Variety of primitive tissue contributes to diaphragm
Closure by around 18 weeks
Diaphragmatic hernia
4
Q
What is the treatment for surfactant deficiency?
A
Antenatal glucocorticoids Surfactant replacement Oxygen CPAP Mechanical ventilation