Archivos argentinos de pediatría
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Arch Argent Pediatr · Apr 2015
[Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy in children with persistent atelectasis: a case series report].
Most patients with pulmonary atelectasis have complete resolution with medical therapy. In patients with persistent atelectasis, endoscopic treatment has proven to be an effective therapy. ⋯ Flexible bronchoscopy proved to be a safe and effective tool for the treatment of children with persistent atelectasis.