What is the Role of Surfactant Therapy in Treating Respiratory Disorders?
Surfactant therapy plays a crucial role in treating Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Surfactant is a substance that helps keep the lungs inflated and reduces the work of breathing. Administering exogenous surfactant can significantly improve lung function and reduce the need for mechanical ventilation. Surfactant therapy is often given soon after birth to infants at high risk for RDS.
