This document discusses respiratory distress in newborns, presenting a case study and providing information on possible causes and differential diagnoses. It begins by describing a case of a newborn born at term via spontaneous vaginal delivery who developed respiratory distress at 4 hours of life. The document then lists potential causes of respiratory distress in newborns and the findings to consider for each. These include transient tachypnea of newborn, congenital pneumonia, respiratory distress syndrome, meconium aspiration syndrome, and persistent pulmonary hypertension of newborn. Radiographic images and clinical features that help distinguish between the different conditions are also presented. The case is then discussed in more detail and treated as congenital pneumonia based on clinical signs and test results
The document provides information about two cases presenting with respiratory distress in newborns. Case 1 involves an inborn newborn delivered by LUCS at 40 weeks with meconium stained amniotic fluid and respiratory distress. Case 2 involves a preterm newborn delivered at 33 weeks with prematurity, low birth weight, and respiratory distress. Both cases demonstrate signs of respiratory distress including tachypnea, retractions, and decreased air entry on auscultation. The document asks for the provisional diagnosis for each case and provides background information on respiratory distress in newborns.
1. The document discusses respiratory patterns in newborns, thermoregulation, causes of respiratory distress, and cyanosis in newborns.
2. It describes the irregular breathing patterns of newborns in the first few days after birth and signs of respiratory distress like tachypnea and chest retractions.
3. Common causes of respiratory distress discussed include transient tachypnea of the newborn, meconium aspiration syndrome, respiratory distress syndrome, and pneumonia. Differential diagnosis and investigations for these conditions are also provided.
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This document provides information on transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN), including:
- TTN is a temporary respiratory condition where newborns have difficulty clearing fluid from their lungs after birth, causing fast breathing.
- Risk factors include cesarean delivery without labor. Symptoms include fast breathing and grunting. Chest X-rays can help with diagnosis.
- Treatment focuses on supportive care like oxygen supplementation. TTN typically resolves within 3 days without long-term impacts. While common, it can occasionally require interventions like CPAP. Overall, TTN prognosis is excellent in most newborns.
This document provides guidance on evaluating and managing respiratory distress in newborns. It discusses the main causes of respiratory distress including respiratory distress syndrome, transient tachypnea of the newborn, and meconium aspiration syndrome. The document outlines the key components of history taking and physical examination for newborns presenting with respiratory distress. It also reviews diagnostic testing including chest x-rays and blood gases. Common treatment approaches are summarized, including supportive care, surfactant therapy, and mechanical ventilation when indicated. The goal is early recognition and management to prevent morbidity and mortality in newborns with respiratory complications.
This document discusses common causes of respiratory distress in newborns including transient tachypnea of the newborn, congenital pneumonia, respiratory distress syndrome, meconium aspiration syndrome, and pneumothorax. Signs of respiratory distress like grunting, nasal flaring, and wheezing are described. Causes are then explained in more detail covering presentation, risk factors, diagnostic testing, and management approaches. Other less common etiologies of newborn respiratory distress are also briefly outlined. The importance of obtaining a thorough history for proper evaluation and treatment of the distressed newborn is emphasized.
This document discusses respiratory distress in newborns and non-invasive respiratory support. It defines respiratory distress and its key signs like tachypnea, grunting, nasal flaring, and cyanosis. Common causes of respiratory distress are also outlined, such as respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN), and meconium aspiration syndrome. The document then explains approaches to evaluating and managing newborns with respiratory distress, including supportive care, respiratory support like continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), and specific treatments depending on the underlying cause. Finally, it discusses the benefits of non-invasive respiratory support over invasive mechanical ventilation.
Respiratory distress in neonates can be identified by tachypnea, chest indrawing, and other signs. It can be caused by pulmonary issues like respiratory distress syndrome, meconium aspiration syndrome, or transient tachypnea of the newborn. Non-pulmonary causes include perinatal asphyxia, hypothermia, and congenital heart disease. Transient tachypnea of the newborn involves defective sodium transport leading to retained lung fluid and is often seen in babies delivered by c-section. It typically resolves within a few days with supportive care like oxygen and feeding assistance. Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn results when normal postnatal pulmonary pressure reduction fails and presents a serious
The document discusses the case of a preterm newborn male infant born at 29 weeks gestation with a birth weight of 920g who presented with respiratory distress soon after birth and was admitted to the NICU. The document outlines the infant's history, examination findings, and proposes evaluating the cause of respiratory distress and developing a treatment plan. Differential diagnoses and management strategies for respiratory distress in preterm newborns are also reviewed.
This document provides information on several diseases of the newborn including necrotizing enterocolitis, transient tachypnea of the newborn, hemolytic disease of the newborn, Down syndrome, temperature control, and the newborn screening program. It describes the definition, causes, signs and symptoms, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment for each condition. It emphasizes the importance of early detection and management of congenital disorders through newborn screening to prevent intellectual disability or death.
The document provides details on performing a physical examination of the newborn, including assessing vital signs, anthropometric measurements, examining the skin, head, eyes, nose, mouth and ears, and noting any abnormalities that require follow up. Key parts of the examination include evaluating the heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure as vital signs, as well as measuring the head circumference, length, and weight. The examination also involves inspecting the skin, fontanels, and features for any signs of congenital anomalies or other issues.
This document discusses the case of a 6-month-old male infant presenting with fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and respiratory distress over the past few days. Examination revealed tachycardia, tachypnea, wheezing, and subcostal retractions. Chest X-ray showed bilateral scattered infiltrates and mild hyperinflation. The patient was treated with nebulized hypertonic saline, salbutamol, corticosteroids, antibiotics, and CPAP before gradually improving over 4 days. Statistics on bronchiolitis cases and treatments at the hospital over the past few months are also presented.
Respiratory distress syndrome is a medical condition usually found in premature infants. In this ppt causes, pathophysiology, risk factors, dds ,Management and complications of Respiratory distress are discussed
Bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children are common respiratory illnesses worldwide, especially in developing countries. Bronchiolitis most often affects infants under 1 year of age and is usually caused by viruses like RSV. Pneumonia has many causes including viruses, bacteria, mycoplasma, and chlamydia. Management involves supportive care with oxygen and fluids. Antibiotics are used to treat suspected bacterial pneumonia but the specific antibiotic chosen depends on the age of the child, severity of illness, and underlying risk factors. Both conditions are generally self-limiting but complications can occur.
Acute respiratory distress in preterm infants can lead to several complications if not properly treated. Surfactant therapy is effective for infants under 30 weeks gestation or under 1250g and should be given as early as possible via endotracheal tube. Repeated doses may be needed. Supportive treatments include maintaining appropriate oxygen levels and temperatures. Complications include apnea, air leaks, patent ductus arteriosus, infections, and intracranial hemorrhage. Long term risks are bronchopulmonary dysplasia, retinopathy of prematurity, and neurological impairment. Close monitoring and multidisciplinary care are needed to manage this high-risk population.
This document discusses several common respiratory diseases that can affect newborns, including respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN), meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS), primary pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), and apnea of prematurity. It provides details on the causes, clinical presentations, diagnoses and management of each condition. The document is intended to educate medical professionals such as pediatricians on recognizing and treating respiratory issues in newborns.
This is consistent with TTN.
Full term infant, 6 hours old, born by emergency
caesarean section for fetal distress.
Findings:
- Mild hyperinflation
- Perihilar linear densities
- Small right pleural effusion
This is typical for TTN. The pleural effusion and
asymmetry are not uncommon.
This document discusses respiratory distress in newborns, listing common medical and surgical causes such as transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTNB), respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), meconium aspiration syndrome, and pneumothorax. It then focuses on the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of TTNB, RDS, and meconium aspiration syndrome. TTNB is usually mild and self-limited, resolving within 3 days with supportive care. RDS is caused by surfactant deficiency and presents with progressive respiratory distress, responding well to surfactant replacement therapy. Meconium aspiration syndrome involves airway obstruction and inflammation from aspirated meconium, often
Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS), also known as Hyaline Membrane Disease, is an acute lung disease that affects premature newborns due to pulmonary surfactant deficiency. It occurs most frequently in infants born before 28 weeks gestation or weighing less than 1500g. Clinical manifestations include rapid, shallow breathing and grunting. Treatment involves warming, humidified oxygen, CPAP to prevent alveolar collapse, assisted ventilation if needed, and surfactant replacement therapy via endotracheal tube to replace the deficient surfactant. With treatment, severity typically peaks at 24-48 hours and most infants will show improvement by 72-96 hours.
This document discusses several high risk conditions that can occur in newborns, including birth asphyxia, respiratory distress syndrome, transient tachypnea of newborn, persistent pulmonary hypertension, septicemia, and intraventricular hemorrhage. For each condition, the document outlines the causes, clinical signs and symptoms, investigations, and management/treatment approaches. The goal is to educate students on these conditions so they understand how to identify and properly care for newborns experiencing health complications.
Pneumonia in children can be caused by viral or bacterial infections that lead to lung inflammation and fluid-filled alveoli. It is a common cause of death in children under 5 years old. Common bacteria that cause pneumonia include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Staphylococcus aureus. Clinically, pneumonia can be diagnosed by symptoms like fast breathing, chest indrawing, and coarse lung sounds. Chest x-rays can reveal lung infiltrates. Treatment involves antibiotics, oxygen, and managing symptoms. Vaccines help prevent acute respiratory infections that can lead to pneumonia.
Bronchiolitis is a common respiratory infection in children under 2 years old caused by viruses like respiratory syncytial virus. It presents with symptoms of cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing and feeding. Risk factors include premature birth, exposure to tobacco smoke and attendance at daycare. Diagnosis is clinical and treatment is supportive with oxygen, fluids and respiratory support if severe. Prevention focuses on handwashing and palivizumab prophylaxis in high risk infants to reduce spread of the virus. Prognosis is generally good even in high risk groups though complications can include respiratory failure.
Bronchiolitis is a common respiratory infection in children under 2 years old caused by viruses like respiratory syncytial virus. It typically causes symptoms like cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing and feeding. While generally mild and self-limiting, it can require hospitalization in some cases. Treatment focuses on supportive care with oxygen, fluids, and respiratory support if severe. Prevention efforts target handwashing and palivizumab prophylaxis in high-risk infants to reduce spread and complications of the infection.
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asymmetry are not uncommon.
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2. B/O Nancy, baby boy born via SVD at 38 weeks with birth weight 3kg
Mother is 39 year old, para 4, with anemia in pregnancy
She presented with contraction pain and fever 1 day before the delivery, her UFEME
showed leucocyte 2+, nitrate negative and she was started on cephalexin for 3 days (TWC
6.51, plt 305), Mothers HVS no growth
Subsequently progress into labor and baby born vigorous with good AS (9/10/10)
However baby was tachypnea with labile saturation (Spo2 88-90% under room air) at
nursery and started on nasal prong at around 2 hours of life and worsening respiratory
distress with tachypnea, retractions, and grunting at 4 hours of life and was intubated.
Case scenario
3. Presumed sepsis
Congenital pneumonia
Transient tachypnea of newborn (TTN)
Persistent pulmonary hypertension of newborn (PPHN) primary or secondary
RDS/ hyaline membrane
Congenital heart disease
Congenital diaphragmatic of hernia
Differential diagnosis of respiratory
distress in newborn?
4. On examination, patient was intubated, tachypnea with recession, good
perfusion, other neonatal examinations are normal
Lungs clear, equal a/e, CVS DRNM, PA soft
BP stable, SPO 100% under low ventilator settings (Pr 18/6, FiO2 30%)
FBC normal (TWC 24 (NEU 69.6 %/Lym 15 %)/ HB 20.6/PLT 198/HCT 66.4)
ABG : ph. 7.32/Pco2 38/PO2 99 /HCO3 19.6/BE -6.0
CRP : 2.2
Bedside ECHO: TR jet , balanced chamber size, good contractibility
Case scenario
5. Case scenario
ETT
Ryle tube
9 ribs Lungs
expansion
Bilateral lung
infiltrates with
consolidation mainly
in the middle and
right lower lobe
Left Costophrenic
angles - clears
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Right costophrenic
angles - blunt
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
6. Differential
Differential Point support Point against
Congenital pneumonia Mother has fever and UTI
Respiratory distress
CXR
Presumed sepsis Mother has fever and UTI
Respiratory distress
CXR no obvious consolidation
Transient tachypnea of newborn Respiratory distress Respiratory distress at 4 hours of life
TTN usually right after birth
More commonly seen in LSCS
CXR not characteristic for TTN
Persistent pulmonary
hypertension of newborn
Respiratory distress
Labile Saturation
Stable under low ventilator setting
ECHO normal
Congenital heart disease Respiratory distress
Labile Saturation
ECHO normal
Congenital diaphragmatic of
hernia
Respiratory distress CXR- no evidence of CDH
7. Treated as congenital pneumonia
Treatment
- Ventilated for 3 days and successfully extubated to nasal prong
- Not require inotropes throughout the admission
- Completed IV ampicillin and gentamicin for 5 days, blood culture NG
- Started feeding at day 1 of life and achieved full feeding
Progress
9. Objectives
Recognize newborn with respiratory distress
Understand the differential diagnosis of RDS
Learn the pathophysiology, presentation diagnosis and
management for the most common causes
10. You have called to labour room to review a term baby who is
tachypnoea soon after delivery
12. How old
Gestational age (Preterm, term/ post date)
Mode of delivery (SVD? LSCS?)
Risk factors for sepsis ? Antibiotic given?
Antenatal history
HVS result? GBS ?
Amniotic fluid (Clear? Meconium?
CTG, fetal heart rate
Take relevant history
14. TTN
Most common aetiology
Impaired clearance of fetal fluid from
lungs at birth
Infant born via caesarean section
Typically present right after birth
Treatment: Respiratory support
Resolved 48-72 hours (6 hours)
15. TTN
Fluid in the fissure
Hyperexpanded lungs
Flattened diaphragms
Streaky infiltrates
Fluffy densities (alveolar
oedema)
16. Congenital pneumonia
Tend to be more sick (poor feeding,
apnoea, poor perfusion, tachycardia)
Present of risk factor: Infant of GBS
carrier mother, maternal
chorioamnionitis, maternal pyrexia,
leaking > 18 hours
Investigations: raised TWC, Low plt,
raised CRP
Treatment: respiratory support,
antibiotic, nutrition
18. RDS
Most commonly seen in premature
baby
Surfactant deficiency in immature lung
(Surfactant decrease alveolar surface
tension which helps with alveolar
expansion and decrease risk of
atelectasis.
Risk: Extreme premature,
no/incomplete antenatal steroid
20. Meconium aspiration syndrome
Risk factor: Post date, sepsis, stress (any
cause of fetal hypoxia)
Aspiration of meconium into the lungs
Obstruction of airways air
trapping alveolar rupture
Deactivation and decrease synthesis of
surfactant
Risk of develop PPHN
26. Summary
Identify the high risk group (Prem delivery, MMSL/TMSL, maternal risk of sepsis etc)
Recognize signs and symptoms of respiratory distress
NRP
Always call for help
Early Respiratory support
Other treatment will depend on the respective pathologies
27. REFERENCES
1. Nelson Textbook Of Paediatrics
2. https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/976914-overview#a7
3. Ncbi: Respiratory Distress of Newborn
4. American Academy of Family Physicians: Respiratory Distress in the
Newborn
5. Michael D. Nissen, Congenital and neonatal pneumonia, Paediatric
Respiratory Reviews, Volume 8, Issue 3, 2007, Pages 195-203, ISSN 1526-0542,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prrv.2007.07.001.
6. Pediatric Protocol
7. OPENPediatrics
Editor's Notes
#4: Ask the floor to name at least 7 of the differential
#7: Quite obvious for this case
The baby has congenital pneumonia
With the history of mother having fever and UTI
Lets look at other differential diagnosis
Basically all will present with respiratory distress
With that
Im going to talk about the RDS in newborn
#11: While on your way to labour room, you should have some differential in your mind as you are dealing with a newborn with respiratory distress
Whats the differential in your mind?
#19: Surfactant decrease alveolar surface tension
Helps with alveolar expansion
And decrease risk of atestasis.
#20: Surfactant decrease alveolar surface tension
Helps with alveolar expansion
And decrease risk of atestasis.
#21: Surfactant decrease alveolar surface tension
Helps with alveolar expansion
And decrease risk of atestasis.
#22: Surfactant decrease alveolar surface tension
Helps with alveolar expansion
And decrease risk of atestasis.
#25: SVD 38 week
EFW 3kg
ANC fever, tachycardic high TWX, cover with triple antibiotic , 3doses and progress into labour
HVS GBS
Liquor clear
AS 9/9 , CTG normal prior to deliver
#26: Try to appreciate this sound and interpret the sound
#27: Surfactant decrease alveolar surface tension
Helps with alveolar expansion
And decrease risk of atestasis.