Chapter 16 - Certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P00-P96)»Respiratory and cardiovascular disorders specific to the perinatal period (P19-P29)»Meconium aspiration with respiratory symptoms (P24.01)
P24.01
Meconium aspiration with respiratory symptoms
Related indications (MeSH) (1)
Meconium Aspiration Syndrome8 drugs (3 approved, 5 experimental)
A condition caused by inhalation of MECONIUM into the LUNG of FETUS or NEWBORN, usually due to vigorous respiratory movements during difficult PARTURITION or respiratory system abnormalities. Meconium aspirate may block small airways leading to difficulties in PULMONARY GAS EXCHANGE and ASPIRATION PNEUMONIA.