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Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Congenital

Medical Definition: A developmental anomaly that usually becomes apparent in the neonatal period with progressive respiratory distress. This malformation is a focal pulmonary dysplasia characterized by a multicystic mass of terminal bronchiolar structures. CCAM is classified into 3 separate types (I, II, III) depending on cyst size.
Guide Notes: do not use /congen & do not coord with INFANT, NEWBORN, DISEASES; DF: CCAM
Previously Indexed: Lung/abnormalities (1966-1989)

Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Congenital Medical Definitions and Terms

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