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Respiratory Aspiration
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Definition
: Breathing in liquid or solids, such as stomach contents, into the RESPIRATORY TRACT. When this causes severe lung damage, it is called ASPIRATION PNEUMONIA.
ASPIRATION, MECHANICAL is also available
See Also
Pneumonia, Aspiration
Other names
Respiratory Aspiration of Gastric Contents; Aspiration, Respiratory; Aspiration of Gastric Contents