Aspiration pneumonitis is an inflammatory lung condition resulting from the inhalation of foreign material, typically gastric contents, into the airways and lungs. It is clinically significant as it can lead to acute respiratory distress and pneumonia, particularly in patients with compromised swallowing or consciousness. A key association is with conditions such as stroke or sedation, which increase the risk of aspiration and subsequent lung injury.
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