atelectasis

IPA: ˈætɪɫɛktˈeɪsʌs

(medicine) The collapse of a part of or the whole lung caused by inner factors rather than a pneumothorax.

Examples of "atelectasis" in Sentences

The doctor diagnosed the patient with atelectasis after noticing signs of lung collapse on the X-ray
The patient's shortness of breath and chest pain were attributed to the presence of atelectasis
The respiratory therapist worked with the patient to help improve lung function and clear the atelectasis
Surgery may be necessary to treat severe cases of atelectasis that do not respond to other therapies
Atelectasis can be a complication of pneumonia or a side effect of prolonged bed rest