Absence of pulmonary surfactant in premature infant leads to
RDS occurs when there is not enough surfactant in the lungs. ... When there is not enough surfactant, the tiny alveoli collapse with each breath. As the alveoli collapse, damaged cells collect in the airways. They fuher affect breathing. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition
Pulmonary edema
Collapse of alveoli
Elastic recoil of lungs
All of the above
New born infants