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Meconium aspiration syndrome is a respiratory disorder caused by the inhalation of meconium into the bronchial tree of the newborn, which can occur before, during, or after delivery. Signs and symptoms include tachypnea, cyanosis, and rales. Diagnosis is made through arterial blood gas analysis, chest X-ray, and echocardiogram. Treatment focuses on preventing complications through venous cannulation and oxygen supply.
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