Mendelson`s syndrome is chemical pneumonitis caused by aspiration during anaesthesia, especially during pregnancy. Aspiration contents may include gastric juice, blood, bile, water or an association of them. ==Presentation== Mendelson`s syndrome is characterised by a bronchopulmonary reaction following aspiration of gastric contents during gener.....
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<syndrome> Pulmonary disorders resulting from aspiration of gastric contents into the lungs following vomiting or regurgitation in obstetrical patients. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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