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pulmonary alveolar proteinosis

Wikipedia Summary

Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP) is a rare lung disorder characterized by an abnormal accumulation of surfactant-derived lipoprotein compounds within the alveoli of the lung. The accumulated substances interfere with the normal gas exchange and expansion of the lungs, ultimately leading to difficulty breathing and a predisposition to developing lung infections...
Related Codes (1)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
J84.01Alveolar proteinosis

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