What is Severe Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)?
Severe Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is a serious condition that affects newborns, particularly those who are born prematurely. It is characterized by difficulty in breathing due to the underdevelopment of the lungs. The primary cause of RDS is a deficiency in surfactant, a substance that keeps the tiny air sacs in the lungs (alveoli) open, allowing for efficient gas exchange.
