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What is Atelectasis? Collapse of part or all of one lung, preventing normal oxygen absorption. Frequent signs and symptoms. Sudden, major collapse: Chest pain. Shortness of breath; rapid breathing. Shock (severe weakness, paleness of skin, rapid heartbeat). Dizziness. Gradual collapse: Cough. Fever. Shortness of breath. No other symptoms. Causes
Definition. 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.The amount of lung tissue involved in atelectasis is variable, depending on the cause.efinition. 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.