atelectasis

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Noun atelectasis has 1 sense

atelectasis - collapse of an expanded lung (especially in infants); also failure of pulmonary alveoli to expand at birth
--₁ is a kind of pathology

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Term: Atelectasis

Description:

Atelectasis is a medical condition where part or all of the lung collapses and the air sacs are unable to fully inflate. It can be caused by various factors such as blockage of the air passages, pleural effusion, or restricted breathing. Atelectasis can lead to breathing difficulties and may require medical intervention.

Possible parts of speech:

Noun: The patient experienced atelectasis after the surgery.

Senses and Usages:

Sense: Medical Condition
Usage: Atelectasis is a common post-operative complication.
Sample Sentence: The doctor identified atelectasis as the cause of the patient's shortness of breath.

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