Aspiration Pneumonia

Overview

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Is a:

Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

A type of lung inflammation resulting from the aspiration of food, liquid, or gastric contents into the upper respiratory tract.

Synonyms:

Acid Aspiration Syndrome
Acid Aspiration Syndromes
Aspiration Pneumonia
Aspiration Pneumonias
Pneumonias, Aspiration
Syndrome, Acid Aspiration
Syndromes, Acid Aspiration

Broader Topics:

Pneumonia

Narrower Topics:

Pneumonia, Lipid

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