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Atelectasis: Causes, Symptoms & Risk Factors | [Your Brand/Website Name]
Pulmonary atelectasis occurs when the alveoli in a lung or a portion of a lung collapse. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including:
- _Obstruction of the bronchus by a foreign object, tumor, mucus plug, or blood clot._
- _Pressure on the lung tissue from a tumor or enlarged lymph nodes._
- _Scar tissue from previous lung infections or injuries._
- _Neurological conditions that affect the muscles responsible for breathing._
- _General anesthesia._
- _Prolonged bed rest._
- _Smoking._
- _Certain medical conditions, such as cystic fibrosis and asthma._
Atelectasis can also occur as a complication of surgery or other medical procedures.
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