Bronchiectasis - IX and Mx

Question 1

Name 3 investigations done for Bronchiectasis?

Answer 1

1. Sputum culture
2. Bloods - Alpha 1 anti trypsin
3. Spirometry

Question 2

What is the result of Spirometry in Bronchiectasis?

Answer 2

Obstructive or normal

Question 3

Name two methods of imaging for Bronchiectasis?

Answer 3

1. Chest X ray
2. HR CT
3. Bronchoscopy

Question 4

What is seen on Chest Xray in Bronchiectasis?

Answer 4

thickened bronchial walls

1. Ring opacities
2. Tram track lines

Question 5

What is seen on HR CT in Bronchiectasis?

Answer 5

1. Signet ring sign
2. Tram track lines
3. Opacities