Bronchiectasis Flashcards
1
Q
define bronchiectasis
A
abnormal, permanent dilation of the airways that increases risk of frequent bacterial infections
2
Q
symptoms
A
- productive cough
- large amounts of discoloured sputum
3
Q
what imaging technique show dilated thickened bronchi
A
CT (airways larger than associated blood vessels)
4
Q
which imaging technique shows dilated bronchi
A
CXR
5
Q
list of investigations
A
- CT
- CXR
- sputum and culture
6
Q
usual bacteria for bronchiectasis
A
staph aureus
pseudomonas
7
Q
treatment
A
- postural drain
- bronchodilators if airflow limitation
- chemotherapy during mild infections (cefaclor)
