Bronchiectasis Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Dilation of the bronchi
2
Q
Aetiology
A
- pneumonia
- chronic recurrent infection
- acute infection
3
Q
Symptoms
A
- lots of sputum
-cough
sometimes:
-fatigue/malaise
-hemoptisis
-SOB
-wheeze
4
Q
Signs
A
- finger clubbing
- Coarse crackles
5
Q
Investigation
A
sputum culture
serum IGE
FBC
Thin section CT
6
Q
Treatment
A
antibiotics/steroids
postural drainage
surgery
