Revisiting homogeneity of definition of bronchopulmonary dysplasia / 中华围产医学杂志

ABSTRACT

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a disease that affects the prognosis and long-term life quality of preterm infants after discharge. The definition of BPD has constantly changed with the advances in knowledge and treatment techniques. However, the morbidity of BPD varies in different countries and areas due to the heterogeneity of the diagnostic standard, which greatly hindered the research process of clinical trials of drugs. Therefore, we should revisit the definition of BPD. It is urgent to make a consensus on the diagnostic standard of BPD so that the therapy will be targeted appropriately and iatrogenic injury can also be avoided.