Hypoalveolarization
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Insufficient alveolarization uncountable
"Further study is needed to determine the value of SPARC as a biomarker or therapeutic target in BPD. Introduction Improved survival of very premature infants has been accompanied by an increased incidence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a chronic pulmonary disease characterized by hypoalveolarization and a requirement for supplemental oxygen for months or years."
Example
More examples"Further study is needed to determine the value of SPARC as a biomarker or therapeutic target in BPD. Introduction Improved survival of very premature infants has been accompanied by an increased incidence of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), a chronic pulmonary disease characterized by hypoalveolarization and a requirement for supplemental oxygen for months or years."
Etymology
From hypo- + alveolarization.
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