Presentation
Premature baby (27 weeks, 1 day).
Patient Data
Age: 1 day
Gender: Male
From the case:
Respiratory distress syndrome
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Widespread granular opacities involving bilateral lungs. Reduced lung volumes. Air bronchograms can be seen centrally. No pleural effusion.
The tip of the feeding tube projects over the stomach bubble.
Case Discussion
Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) occurs due to insufficient production of surfactant. It is common in premature neonates. The radiographic features of RDS include low lung volumes, diffuse, bilateral and symmetrical granular opacities, and bell-shaped thorax. Air bronchograms can be seen.