Atelectasis

Audience: Medical Students and Residents Learning Objectives: Describe 3 common types of atelectasis Recognize radiographic features of atelectasis Summary: Atelectasis is the collapse of the alveoli It can be subsegmental, segment or lobar depending on the etiology Three common causes of atelectasis: Poor inspiration Compressive (pleural effusion) Obstructive (mucous plug or mass)

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