atelectasis
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What is atelectasis?
Atelectasis is the collapse of part or all of a lung. It is caused by a blockage of the air passages (bronchus or bronchioles) or by pressure on the lung.
See also: Pneumothorax
Alternative Names:
Partial lung collapse
Posts on atelectasis (44)
Please excuse my English - must translate my thoughts as I write! :-)
Does anyone have a...
Had L shoulder arthroscopy surgery - developed flu like snyptoms week later , x ray showed ...
Hello,
I've been coughing up a little blood mixed with clear mucus for awhile when I clea...
My ct scan of the lungs showed I have compressive atelectasis. Can you explain this to me a...
- Feb 25, 2009
I had a x-ray and it showed that I have Atelectasis or infilrated present at the left costo...
On my CT it found a linear area of increased attenuation in the right lower lobe and that i...
- Feb 28, 2008
I posted here about 1-2 weeks ago under "Where to start?". I was diagnosed with asthma abou...
I posted here about 1-2 weeks ago under "Where to start?". I was diagnosed with asthma abou...
- Feb 12, 2008
In his notes the doctor indicated "streaky atelectasis or minimal infiltrate noted at the l...
Hi. I posted here maybe a week ago under "Where to Start?". I have had asthma for about 15...
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