Bronchiectasis Flashcards
1
Q
What is bronchiectasis?
A
Pathological dilation of bronchi relative to its position
2
Q
What can bronchiectasis be due to?
A
Severe infective episode
Recurrent infections
Proximal bronchial obstruction
Lung parenchymal destruction
3
Q
What is parenchyma?
A
The functional tissue of an organ
4
Q
When does bronchiectasis usually start?
A
75% of the time in childhood
5
Q
What are symptoms of bronchiectasis?
A
Cough
Abundant purulent foul sputum
Haemoptysis
Signs of chronic infection
Coarse crackle, clubbing
6
Q
What is haemoptysis?
A
Coughing up blood
7
Q
What is bronchiectasis diagnosed by?
A
Thin section
CT
8
Q
What is the treatment of bronchiectasis?
A
Postural drainage
Antibiotics
Surgery
9
Q
Is bronchiectasis usually localised or widespread?
A
Widespread
10
Q
When can bronchiectasis be removed?
A
When it is localised
