Concept adapted from: Floros J, Kala P: Surfactant proteins: Molecular Genetics of neonatal pulmonary ... of Surfactant Protein-B and Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Clinical Implications.
Prophylactic use: Prevention of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in premature infants with an estimated gestational age (EGA) of ≤29 weeks. Beractant and calfactant are intended for ...