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Premature Baby Respiratory Distress: Understanding Surfactant Deficiency
Surfactant
- An oily substance that coats the alveoli and prevents them from sticking together.
- It is not produced in sufficient amounts by premature babies, leading to respiratory distress syndrome.
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