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Symptoms of Atelectasis. The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Atelectasis includes the 5 symptoms listed below: Breathlessness. Pain. Increased heart rate. Infection. Fever. more information...Â».
Atelectasis (at-uh-LEK-tuh-sis) â a complete or partial collapse of a lung or lobe of a lung â develops when the tiny air sacs (alveoli) within the lung become deflated. It's a breathing (respiratory) complication after surgery. Atelectasis is also a possible complication of other respiratory problems, including cystic fibrosis, inhaled foreign objects, lung tumors, fluid in the lung, respiratory weakness and chest injuries.