Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia in Children: Early Diagnosis and Treatment
A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 7
Special Issue Editors
Interests: preterm infants; neonatology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) remains a major clinical challenge. It is estimated that nearly 50% of infants with a birth weight below 1000 g develop BPD, with its prevalence increasing as gestational age decreases. BPD is a leading cause of adverse long-term outcomes in children, being associated with recurrent airway and pulmonary infections, poor weight gain, and limitations in physical activity. Although survival rates among extremely low-birth-weight (ELBW) infants have improved due to advances in neonatal intensive care, BPD continues to represent a significant complication of prematurity.
We believe that bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) continues to represent a highly relevant and evolving topic in neonatology. As a multifactorial disease, it offers new perspectives for both prevention and therapeutic strategies. BPD remains a dynamic area of research, constantly inspiring innovative approaches to improve outcomes for premature infants.
The aim of this Special Issue is to collect and present novel research that provides healthcare professionals with fresh insights into this complex condition. In particular, we seek to highlight and promote ideas that may translate into improved clinical practice, ultimately enhancing the quality of life of our youngest patients.
We are fully aware that the topic is broad in scope; therefore, we welcome submissions of various types. Although original research articles will be given priority, high-quality reviews and case reports are also encouraged. Given the practical focus of this Special Issue, we are especially interested in manuscripts that explore actionable strategies for the prevention of BPD, as well as studies addressing emerging therapies, innovative treatment approaches and protocols, and best practices for long-term follow-up of affected infants.
Dr. Alessandro Perri
Dr. Simona Fattore
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- ELBW
- BPD
- neonates
- bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- prevention
- treatment
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