athelia

/ˈæθliə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition where one lung is missing or underdeveloped, often resulting in an underdeveloped or absent hemithorax (half-chest).

“The rare congenital condition of athelia in the newborn baby required immediate medical attention.”

Synonyms

  • lung agenesis
  • pulmonary aplasia

Antonyms

  • bilateral lung development
  • normal lung anatomy