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Hyaline Membrane Disease
Disease, Hyaline Membrane | Diseases, Hyaline Membrane | Hyaline Membrane Diseases
A disorder affecting newborn infants (usually premature) characterized pathologically by the development of a hyaline-like membrane lining the terminal respiratory passages. Extensive atelectasis is attributed to the lack of surfactant. (Dorland, 27th ed) |
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