Bronchiectatic syndrome (internal propaedeutics)

Bronchiectasis means enlargement of the bronchi.

Characteristics
Dilated lumen of the bronchi, accumulation of secretions - expectoration of purulent sputum, especially in the morning.

Division
By occurrence:


 * localized;
 * diffuse.

By content:


 * emptied;
 * filled with secretion.

By origin:


 * acquired (most);
 * innate.

Tap

 * clear (emptied);
 * darkened (secretion).

Listening

 * respiration vesicular;
 * moist, accented crackles over the lower lobes of the lungs.

We confirm the diagnosis by bronchography.

See the Bronchiectasis page for more detailed information .

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