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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Bronchocele | |||
| synonyms = [[Thyroid goiter]], [[Thyromegaly]] | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Neck swelling]], [[Dysphagia]], [[Dyspnea]] | |||
| complications = [[Hyperthyroidism]], [[Hypothyroidism]], [[Thyroid cancer]] | |||
| onset = Variable | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Iodine deficiency]], [[Autoimmune thyroiditis]], [[Genetic factors]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[Radiation exposure]], [[Female gender]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Ultrasound]], [[Thyroid function tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Thyroid nodule]], [[Thyroiditis]], [[Thyroid cancer]] | |||
| treatment = [[Iodine supplementation]], [[Thyroid hormone replacement]], [[Surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Levothyroxine]], [[Antithyroid drugs]] | |||
| frequency = Common in areas with iodine deficiency | |||
| deaths = Rare, unless complications occur | |||
}} | |||
'''Bronchocele''' is a medical condition characterized by the dilatation or enlargement of the bronchi, often resulting from chronic inflammation or obstruction. It is also known as bronchiectasis. The condition can lead to recurrent lung infections and difficulty breathing. | '''Bronchocele''' is a medical condition characterized by the dilatation or enlargement of the bronchi, often resulting from chronic inflammation or obstruction. It is also known as bronchiectasis. The condition can lead to recurrent lung infections and difficulty breathing. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Bronchocele is often caused by recurrent [[infection|infections]] or [[inflammation|inflammation]] of the bronchi. Other causes can include [[cystic fibrosis]], [[immunodeficiency|immunodeficiency disorders]], and [[allergy|allergies]]. | Bronchocele is often caused by recurrent [[infection|infections]] or [[inflammation|inflammation]] of the bronchi. Other causes can include [[cystic fibrosis]], [[immunodeficiency|immunodeficiency disorders]], and [[allergy|allergies]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of bronchocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include chronic cough, production of large amounts of sputum, and recurrent [[pneumonia|pneumonia]]. Other symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. | The symptoms of bronchocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include chronic cough, production of large amounts of sputum, and recurrent [[pneumonia|pneumonia]]. Other symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of bronchocele is typically made based on a combination of clinical history, physical examination, and imaging studies. [[Computed tomography|Computed tomography (CT)]] of the chest is the most commonly used imaging study for diagnosing bronchocele. | The diagnosis of bronchocele is typically made based on a combination of clinical history, physical examination, and imaging studies. [[Computed tomography|Computed tomography (CT)]] of the chest is the most commonly used imaging study for diagnosing bronchocele. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of bronchocele is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms and preventing complications. This can include antibiotics to treat infections, bronchodilators to improve airflow, and physiotherapy to help clear the airways. In severe cases, surgery may be required. | The treatment of bronchocele is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms and preventing complications. This can include antibiotics to treat infections, bronchodilators to improve airflow, and physiotherapy to help clear the airways. In severe cases, surgery may be required. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for individuals with bronchocele can vary widely. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and a relatively normal life expectancy, while others may experience severe symptoms and a reduced life expectancy. | The prognosis for individuals with bronchocele can vary widely. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and a relatively normal life expectancy, while others may experience severe symptoms and a reduced life expectancy. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Bronchitis]] | * [[Bronchitis]] | ||
* [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease|Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)]] | * [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease|Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)]] | ||
* [[Pulmonary fibrosis]] | * [[Pulmonary fibrosis]] | ||
[[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | [[Category:Respiratory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | [[Category:Inflammatory diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Chronic diseases]] | [[Category:Chronic diseases]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:23, 4 April 2025
| Bronchocele | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Thyroid goiter, Thyromegaly |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Neck swelling, Dysphagia, Dyspnea |
| Complications | Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Thyroid cancer |
| Onset | Variable |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Iodine deficiency, Autoimmune thyroiditis, Genetic factors |
| Risks | Family history, Radiation exposure, Female gender |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Ultrasound, Thyroid function tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Thyroid nodule, Thyroiditis, Thyroid cancer |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Iodine supplementation, Thyroid hormone replacement, Surgery |
| Medication | Levothyroxine, Antithyroid drugs |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in areas with iodine deficiency |
| Deaths | Rare, unless complications occur |
Bronchocele is a medical condition characterized by the dilatation or enlargement of the bronchi, often resulting from chronic inflammation or obstruction. It is also known as bronchiectasis. The condition can lead to recurrent lung infections and difficulty breathing.
Causes[edit]
Bronchocele is often caused by recurrent infections or inflammation of the bronchi. Other causes can include cystic fibrosis, immunodeficiency disorders, and allergies.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of bronchocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include chronic cough, production of large amounts of sputum, and recurrent pneumonia. Other symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, and fatigue.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of bronchocele is typically made based on a combination of clinical history, physical examination, and imaging studies. Computed tomography (CT) of the chest is the most commonly used imaging study for diagnosing bronchocele.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of bronchocele is primarily aimed at managing the symptoms and preventing complications. This can include antibiotics to treat infections, bronchodilators to improve airflow, and physiotherapy to help clear the airways. In severe cases, surgery may be required.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for individuals with bronchocele can vary widely. Some individuals may have mild symptoms and a relatively normal life expectancy, while others may experience severe symptoms and a reduced life expectancy.
