Chest Physiotherapy as an Adjunct in a Mechanically Ventilated Infant with Atelectasis: A Case Report
Atelectasis occurs due to impaired airway clearance or complete airway obstruction caused by inflammation, leading to the collapse of tiny airways either partially or completely. This results in impaired exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen. A chest X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), and/or thoracic...
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Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2023-11-01
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Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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Online Access: | https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/18694/66500_CE[Ra1]_F[SK]_QC(SD_OM)_PF1(AP_OM)_PFA(KM)_AP(AP_OM)_PN(KM).pdf |