a liquid administered directly into the lungs to correct a deficiency of natural surfactant, thereby avoiding significant respiratory problems.

(bililights): special light treatment for babies with jaundice in which the affected infant is placed under special fluorescent lights that break down the bilirubin so it can be eliminated from t [..]

the age a preterm baby would be if she had been born on her due date. air sacs

abnormally low concentrations of red blood cells or haemoglobin in the blood. antibodies

the main artery leaving the heart. apgar score:

a pause in breathing that lasts 20 seconds or longer. asphyxia

a medical professional who diagnoses and treats hearing problems.

a narrow, flexible tube with prongs used to deliver oxygen into the baby's nose. cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR):

a narrow, flexible tube used to either administer fluids to the body or to drain fluids from the body. chronic lung disease (CLD):

present at and existing from the time of birth. colostomy: