familial primary pulmonary hypoplasia
Primary pulmonary hypoplasia is a rare, isolated, genetic developmental defect during embryogenesis characterized by congential malformation of pulmonary parenchyma with absence of other anomalies. Neonatally patients present with decreased breath sounds, small lung volume and severe respiratory distress that is not responsive to aggressive treatment (including surfactant instillation/ mechanical respiratory support). It is usually not compatible with life.
MONDO:0005087
respiratory system disorder
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MONDO:0021147
disorder of development or morphogenesis
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