Transient tachypnea of the newborn ( TTNB )

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Transient tachypnea of the newborn ( TTNB )

• Wet Lungs - full of fluid.
• Resolves in 48-72 hrs

Risk Factors :

1. LSCS - as the lungs are not squeezed.
2. Precipitous labor.
3. Delayed cord clamping.
4. Macrosomia.
5. Excessive milking of cord.
6. Maternal sedation.

Clinical Features :

• Tachypnoea - resolves in 48-72 hrs.

X-Ray : Prominent horizontal fissure (Most specific and earliest sign)

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