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Evaluating Different Treatment Options for Patients with Bronchiectasis
A discussion exploring how bronchiectasis involves a vicious cycle of airway damage, where neutrophilic inflammation leads to bronchial wall destruction and dilation, while explaining that diagnosis relies primarily on high-resolution CT imaging showing bronchial wall thickening and dilated airways, distinguishing it from COPD's emphysematous changes.
EP. 1: Exploring the Pathophysiology and Diagnosis of Bronchiectasis
December 20th 2024A panelist discusses how bronchiectasis involves a vicious cycle of airway damage, where neutrophilic inflammation leads to bronchial wall destruction and dilation, while explaining that diagnosis relies primarily on high-resolution CT imaging showing bronchial wall thickening and dilated airways, distinguishing it from the emphysematous changes seen with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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