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 (325)
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...
I need to know? - Respiratory Disorders Community
- Feb 25, 2009
On my CT it found a linear area of increased attenuation in the right lower lobe and that i...
X-Ray report - interpretation - Asthma Community
- Feb 28, 2008
I posted here about 1-2 weeks ago under "Where to start?". I was diagnosed with asthma abou...
Lung Xray - Respiratory Disorders Community
- Feb 12, 2008
Hi. I posted here maybe a week ago under "Where to Start?". I have had asthma for about 15...
nodular - Cancer Community
- Jan 12, 2008
What is the right medication in subsegmental atelectasis on the right mid lung???
Tnx for ...
