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There are few different reasons why somebody can get collapsed lung. Lung compression caused by fluid around the lung and by air in the pleural space, or it can be foreign object in the airway. As I know prolonged bed rest and heavy sedation can be one of causes. Of course, tumors that obstruct the airway can cause collapsed lung.
