Early predictive value of interleukin-6 and procalcitonin levels for bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is a common chronic respiratory complication in preterm infants. With the advancement of medical technology, the survival rate of many preterm infants with low gestational age (GA) has increased year by year, accompanied by a rising incidence of BPD. Currently, the pathogenesis of BPD is not fully understood, and there are no specific treatment methods. It is particularly important to make early predictions and take preventive measures for BPD. This study aimed to evaluate the early predictive value of serum interleukin-6 (IL-6) and procalcitonin (PCT) levels for BPD in preterm infants.

Methods

In total, 114 preterm infants with GA <32 weeks were enrolled. Infants who met the diagnostic criteria for BPD were assigned to the BPD gro

SUBMITTER: Hu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12683395 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature