Many respiratory disorders place a newborn at higher risk and require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
The Respiratory System in Babies
Hyaline Membrane Disease / Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Pneumothorax
Chronic Lung Disease
Meconium Aspiration
Apnea of Prematurity
Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension
CHOC Children's is affiliated with the UC Irvine School of Medicine