In this episode from The Paramedic Tute I go over the basic pathophysiology of emphysema, a chronic respiratory condition that falls under the umbrella of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. 

What's covered in this episode?

• Definition of emphysema
• Discussion of chemicals released by immune cells to initiate lung damage that is seen in emphysema
• Discussion of the importance of Elastin in the lung
• Development of signs and symptoms of emphysema

Artwork - George Livs

Music - U In My Arms by Jeremy Blake (Sourced from YouTube Studio)

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Pocket-sized Asthma
Pocket-sized Emphysema
Pocket-sized Chronic Bronchitis


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Artwork - George Livs - @georgelivs (instagram)

Music - U In My Arms by Jeremy Blake (Sourced from YouTube Studio)