Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, or BPD, is a serious lung condition that affects mostly babies who:
- Are born more than 10 weeks before their due dates
- Weigh less than 2 1/2 pounds, or 1,000 grams, at birth
- Have breathing problems at birth
- Need long-term breathing support and oxygen
Sources
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute
