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Bronchiectasis: Condition Workup

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In this respiratory series//

Bronchiectasis: pathophysiology, causes, clinical features, investigations, and management.

  • Understand the pathophysiology of chronic airway damage and mucus build-up.
  • Discover common causes, including infections, cystic fibrosis, and autoimmune conditions.
  • Recognize key symptoms like persistent cough, sputum production, and recurrent infections.
  • Learn about diagnostic tools, including CT imaging and sputum cultures.
  • Review management strategies, from airway clearance techniques to antibiotics and long-term care.


    • Memory aids used in this episode/

    Causes - CC Your Amateur Intern

    Infective causes - WhooP THeM Bro

    Pseudomonas infection - CC a specialist

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