bronchiectasis Flashcards
1
Q
description
A
abnormal, fixed dilation of the bronchi
usually due to fibrous scarring following infection
dilated airways accumulate purulent secretions
2
Q
symptoms
A
persistent cough
copious purulent sputum
intermittent haemoptysis
3
Q
signs
A
finger clubbing
coarse inspiratory crepe
wheeze
4
Q
tests
A
sputum culture
CXR- cystic shadows, thicken bronchial walls, tramline and ring shadows
spirometry
5
Q
complications (6)
A
pneumonia
pleural effusion
pneumothorax
haemoptysis
cerebral abscess
amyloidosis
6
Q
treatment
A
postural drainage 2x a day
antibiotics according to pathogen sensitivities
salbutamol inhaler
nebuliser saline
7
Q
causes
A
CF
post-infection
bronchial obstruction
