What neonatal condition is associated with the delayed clearance of amniotic fluid from the lungs?

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Transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) is a common neonatal condition characterized by respiratory distress within the first hours of life due to delayed clearance of fetal lung fluid. This happens when the normal clearance mechanism (lung fluid absorption) fails or gets disrupted for some reason (e.g., caesarean section, premature birth). This leads to an accumulation of fluid in the lungs, making it difficult for the newborn to breathe properly. TTN typically resolves on its own within a few days without treatment. On the other hand, bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a chronic lung disease of prematurity associated with prolonged ventilator support and oxygen therapy often seen in premature babies with respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect that causes Cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin) due to insufficient oxygen supply to the body. RDS, on the other hand, is a neonatal respiratory disease caused by immature lung development due to a lack of surfactant (a substance that reduces surface tension in the lungs to allow for proper expansion and contraction during breathing). It is more commonly seen in preterm infants and requires immediate treatment with surfactant replacement therapy and respiratory support.

What Neonatal Condition Is Associated with the Delayed Clearance of Amniotic