Mesh term Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
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Infant, Newborn, Diseases
Lung Injury
Respiration Disorders
Description
A condition caused by inhalation of MECONIUM into the LUNG of FETUS or NEWBORN, usually due to vigorous respiratory movements during difficult PARTURITION or respiratory system abnormalities. Meconium aspirate may block small airways leading to difficulties in PULMONARY GAS EXCHANGE and ASPIRATION PNEUMONIA.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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