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Lung compliance, time constants, surfactants and the pleural pressure gradient

Anaesthesia Coffee Break

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The Role of Surfactants in Alveolar Function

Exploring the composition and function of surfactants in alveoli, focusing on key phospholipids like DPPC and proteins like SBA, BC, and D. Emphasis on their innate immune function, production, and significance in neonatal respiratory distress syndromes.

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