Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Hyaline Membrane Disease.
Hyaline Membrane Disease - as a noun
An acute lung disease of the newborn (especially the premature newborn); lungs cannot expand because of a wetting agent is lacking; characterized by rapid shallow breathing and cyanosis and the formation of a glassy hyaline membrane over the alveoli
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
respiratory distress syndromerespiratory distress syndrome of the newbornExample Sentences
"The premature baby was diagnosed with hyaline membrane disease."
"The newborn's weak lungs were unable to produce enough surfactant, leading to hyaline membrane disease."
"The doctor explained that hyaline membrane disease is common in premature infants."
"Premature babies born before 28 weeks gestation are at a higher risk of developing hyaline membrane disease."
"The infant's difficulty in breathing was a sign of hyaline membrane disease."
