Bronchiectasis Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis - Definition and Overview

Bronchiectasis is a condition in which the bronchi of the lungs become dilated in response to obstruction. People with bronchiectasis produce large amounts of sputum.

External links

Merck Manual - Second Home Edition (http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual_home2/sec04/ch047/ch047a.jsp)


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