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ball valve obstruction |
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ball valve obstruction Chest medicine A partial endobronchial obstruction which allows facile entry but not egress of air, resulting in a build-up of pressure in the terminal airways and potential rupture of alveoli; air percolates into soft
tissues, causing interstitial emphysema Complications Extreme BVO leaks may cause tension pneumothorax with ↑ positive pressure in the hemithorax, shifted mediastinum and compromised circulation How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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