shrinking lung syndrome

shrinking lung syndrome
a rare complication of systemic lupus erythematosus, usually because of weakened chest muscles or diaphragm; the diaphragm may be elevated, but radiography of the chest appears normal, although lung volumes are decreased and the patient has dyspnea.

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