Meaning Of The Word Atelectasis

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Atelectasis Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Atelectasis?

atelectasis in American English
the collapse of all or part of a lung
noun: incomplete expansion of the lungs at birth, as from lack of breathing force

atelectasis in British English
noun: failure of the lungs to expand fully at birth

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