Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

Meconium Aspiration Syndrome, also known as neonatal aspiration of meconium, is related to persistent fetal circulation syndrome and surfactant dysfunction, and has symptoms including apnea, cheyne-stokes respiration and coughing. An important gene associated with Meconium Aspiration Syndrome is IL6 (Interleukin 6), and among its related pathways/superpathways are MIF Mediated Glucocorticoid Regulation and Cytokine Signaling in Immune system. The drugs Sodium citrate and Poractant alfa have been mentioned in the context of this disorder. Affiliated tissues include lung and heart, and related phenotypes are fetal distress and respiratory distress