Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period - what does this mean
Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period is a rare condition in which air leaks from the respiratory system into the surrounding tissues of the newborn, typically due to a rupture of the alveoli or bronchioles. this can lead to air trapping in the chest cavity and can cause respiratory distress and other complications.
What happens during the disease - interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period
Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period is caused by the rupture of alveoli due to the increased pressure within the lungs, which is a result of the immature lungs of the newborn not being able to handle the increase in pressure during labor and delivery. this results in air leaking into the interstitial tissue of the lungs, causing the alveoli to rupture and the air to be trapped in the interstitial tissue, leading to the development of interstitial emphysema.
Interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period - Prevention
The primary prevention of interstitial emphysema originating in the perinatal period is to ensure proper prenatal care, including regular ultrasounds to identify any potential fetal lung issues. additionally, monitoring of the fetus during labor and delivery is important to identify any potential respiratory distress and to ensure proper delivery techniques are utilized.