URMC / Encyclopedia / Content Search Encyclopedia Respiratory Disorders in the Newborn Many respiratory disorders place a newborn at higher risk and require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. The Respiratory System in Babies Hyaline Membrane Disease / Respiratory Distress Syndrome Pneumothorax Chronic Lung Disease Meconium Aspiration Apnea of Prematurity Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension