Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

**Definition:** A condition caused by inhalation of MECONIUM into the LUNG of FETUS or NEWBORN, usually due to vigorous respiratory movements during difficult PARTURITION or respiratory system abnormalities. Meconium aspirate may block small airways leading to difficulties in PULMONARY GAS EXCHANGE and ASPIRATION PNEUMONIA.

**Tree numbers:** - C08.381.520.687 - C08.618.580 - C12.050.703.277.785 - C16.300.580 - C16.614.580

**Synonyms:** - Aspiration, Meconium - Meconium Aspiration - Meconium Inhalation