Condition
BPD medical abbreviation
BPD has 2 common meanings: "borderline personality disorder", "bronchopulmonary dysplasia". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for BPD), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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2 meanings of BPD
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| borderline personality disorder | None | Charting, Problem lists | |
| bronchopulmonary dysplasia | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does BPD mean in medical terms?
BPD has 2 common meanings: "borderline personality disorder", "bronchopulmonary dysplasia". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Where is BPD used?
BPD shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is BPD on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. BPD is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.