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atelectasis Definition

at·elec·ta·sis (at′ə lek′tə sis)

noun pl. -·ses′-sēz′

the collapse of all or part of a lung

Etymology: ModL < Gr atelēs, incomplete ( < a-, without + telos, end: see wheel) + ektasis, a stretching out < ek-, out + teinein, to stretch: see thin

atelectasis Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • prevent: Chest physiotherapy may help to prevent atelectasis and pooling of secretions.

Adjective modifier

  • pulmonary: The Kocher's incision often promotes pulmonary atelectasis and had a significant dehiscence rates.

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