• CT findings included lack of tapering of bronchial lumina (n = 37), internal diameter of bronchi greater than that of the adjacent pulmonary artery (n = 28), visualized bronchi within 1 cm of pleura (n = 21), and mucus-filled dilated bronchi (n = 3). (nih.gov)
  • en] Radiological diagnostics, including standard lung X-ray radiographs and bronchography, as well as the pulmonary diagnostics including spirometry, gas analysis and lung scintigraphy, have a crucial role in diagnosing chronic pulmonary diseases, specially in children. (iaea.org)
  • The third factor is the disorder of self-cleaning processes in the bronchi of poorly ventilated pulmonary segments. (zdrav.by)
  • Then there is a slow spread of chronic inflammatory process and secondary bronchiectasis to the normally developed bronchi of contiguous lobes with the development of chronic septic-obstructive pulmonary disease. (zdrav.by)
  • Pulmonary agenesis is the complete absence of lung tissue, including bronchial tree, lung parenchyma, and supporting vasculatures. (wikipedia.org)
  • Frequently seen clinical features includes dyspnea, respiratory distress, recurrent pulmonary infections, and limited exercise tolerance. (wikipedia.org)
  • They include the largest two primary bronchi which branch out into secondary bronchi, and tertiary bronchi which extend into BRONCHIOLES and PULMONARY ALVEOLI . (nih.gov)
  • The morphological and functional inability of the faulty developed lung parts leads to the overlay of a chain of subsequent pathogenetic factors, the consequence of which is the development of chronic inflammation and secondary bronchiectasis in the bronchi of faulty developed areas of the lungs. (zdrav.by)
  • Identification of bronchial dysfunction syndrome was the main indication for computed tomography (40) or complex bronchological examination (95) involving bronchoscopy and bronchography. (zdrav.by)
  • These methods include: intracheal instillation, the administration of sanitizing liquids through a nasotrachehal catheter, therapeutic bronchoscopy. (zdrav.by)
  • The detailed radiological diagnostic procedure included a left- or right-side bronchography. (iaea.org)
  • In spite of relatively high doses during bronchography, compared to basic diagnostic methods, it was approved by delivering valuable information needed for surgery The first patient had suffered from frequent relapsing respiratory infections, obstructive bronchitis attacks and pneumonia since the age of three. (iaea.org)
  • Tracheography/Bronchography is no longer a preferred diagnostic method. (wikipedia.org)
  • The fourth factor joining due to the disruption of the bronchial self-cleaning processes is the delay in the bronchi of the secret of the bronchial glands, which serves as a growth medium for the microflora. (zdrav.by)
  • Infected bronchial mucus constantly gets into healthy bronchi to cause the progression of endobronchitis and recurrent secondary pneumonia in contiguous segments. (zdrav.by)
  • We presume that relatively high doses of irradiation during bronchography, as well as surgical interventions could have been avoided if clinical and radiological diagnosis in our two patients had been done in time. (iaea.org)
  • In 138 (78.9%) patients developed chronic inflammation in the bronchi and lungs and secondary bronchiectasias associated with malformations. (zdrav.by)
  • The eighth factor - the progression of secondary bronchiectasias in the place of scarrings in the bronchi of ill formed lung parts. (zdrav.by)
  • Most malformations are diagnosed with CT scan or as a result of the contrast studies of bronchi. (zdrav.by)
  • The preoperative planning for segmentectomies usually includes a contrast-enhanced CT with 2D reconstructions (axial, coronary, and sagittal). (biomedcentral.com)
  • To establish the sequence of pathogenetic factors leading to the development of chronic inflammatory process in the bronchi in localized lungs malformations. (zdrav.by)
  • The trachea then divides into two smaller tubes called the bronchi, which is then divided into the lungs. (hdkino.org)
  • Frequently associated congenital anomalies include tracheal stenosis, esophageal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, bronchogenic cysts, patent ductus arteriosus, tetralogy of Fallot and anomalies of the great vessels. (wikipedia.org)
  • Bronchography provides an accurate measurement of the airway lumen with a dynamic and morphological evaluation of the tracheobronchial tree. (wikipedia.org)
  • Risks include allergic reaction, airway plugging, or complete airway obstruction. (wikipedia.org)
  • 175 patients with localized lung malformations were included in the study. (zdrav.by)
  • Twenty-two patients classified as moderate asthma and control subjects including healthy volunteers, smokers (n = 10) or non-smokers (n = 12) were prospectively explored by high-resolution CT (HRCT) performed at suspended full inspiration and expiration. (nih.gov)
  • Two missense variations and one splicing variation were identified in 10 patients with ALS in a cohort with 910 patients with ALS, and three more variants were identified in a public ALS database including 3317 patients with ALS. (bvsalud.org)
  • CT findings of bronchiolitis included mosaic perfusion (n = 21), bronchiolectasis (n = 17), and centrilobular nodules or branching areas of soft-tissue attenuation (n = 10). (nih.gov)
  • Abnormalities of bronchi and lung parenchyma on inspiratory CT and air trapping on expiratory CT, in dependent and non-dependent areas, were assessed and scored semi-quantitatively by two independent observers. (nih.gov)
  • Bronchography (computed tomography [CT] scanning or radiographic studies) may be helpful in excluding other diagnoses. (medscape.com)
  • Alternative venous drainage patterns in ILS include a route directly into the left atrium via the azygos or hemiazygos systems, into intercostals veins, or into the inferior vena cava (IVC) or superior vena cava (SVC). (medscape.com)
  • They include the largest two primary bronchi which branch out into secondary bronchi, and tertiary bronchi which extend into BRONCHIOLES and PULMONARY ALVEOLI . (bvsalud.org)
  • Physical examination findings in patients with bronchiectasis may include variable degrees of wheezing, crackles or coarse rhonchi and digital clubbing. (medscape.com)
  • In 1922, Jean Athanase Sicard introduced contrast bronchography, which provided imaging of the destructive changes characteristic of bronchiectasis. (medscape.com)
  • Bronchiectasis is a pathologic term defined by the dilatation of bronchi with destruction of elastic and muscular components of their walls. (medscape.com)
  • Cylindrical bronchiectasis: bronchi are enlarged and cylindrical. (patient.info)
  • Varicose bronchiectasis: bronchi are irregular with areas of dilatation and constriction. (patient.info)
  • Frequently associated congenital anomalies include tracheal stenosis, esophageal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, bronchogenic cysts, patent ductus arteriosus, tetralogy of Fallot and anomalies of the great vessels. (wikipedia.org)
  • This study aimed to supplement the identification approach of intersubsegmental veins and the classification pattern of peripheral segmental veins by using three-dimensional computed tomography bronchography and angiography (3D-CTBA). (bvsalud.org)
  • Then, the posterior segmental bronchus (B 2 ) was exposed and transected. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Ultrasound findings seen with foreign bodies include hyperechoic surface echoes and distal acoustic shadowing, without reverberation. (vin.com)
  • Other information that is provided by ultrasound evaluations includes location, relationship to visceral organs, depth, size and orientation of the foreign body and fistulous tract. (vin.com)
  • Because tuberculosis, even after it has been treated adequately, remains a pertinent and lifelong part of a person's medical history, previous as well as current disease is included in the classification. (cdc.gov)
  • One mainstem bronchus leads to the right lung and one to the left lung. (hopkinsmedicine.org)
  • However, intraoperative exploration revealed that the nodule was located in the posterior segment of the right upper lobe, further showing that the bronchi of the posterior segment of the right lung opened into the bronchus intermedius. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Typical findings are nonspecific and include anemia and an elevated white blood cell count with an increased percentage of neutrophils. (medscape.com)
  • In addition to a suggestive family history, clinical features of emphysema that suggest the possibility of AAT deficiency and the need for serum testing include onset at an early age (45 y or less) and the absence of a recognized risk factor (eg, smoking, occupational dust exposure). (medscape.com)
  • [ 9 ] However, clinical limitations of hyperpolarized MRI include the need for specialized gas mixtures that may only be available to researchers and the need for patients to hold their breath up to 20 seconds, which may not be possible for patients with severe asthma. (medscape.com)
  • However, anatomical variations of the bronchi are common, particularly in the right upper lobe of the lung. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Postoperative retrospective three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction of the lung CT images confirmed that the bronchi of the posterior segment of the right upper lobe originated from the bronchus intermedius. (biomedcentral.com)
  • citation needed] Symptoms inside the lung include noisy breathing that may get better when you change your baby's position or while he or she is asleep. (wikipedia.org)
  • Because it was difficult to palpable the lesion and the location of lesion was closed to the bronchus, a thoracoscopic right S 6 segmentectomy was planned. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The images are scored using a modified Bhalla scoring system, which includes an evaluation of acinar nodules, interlobular septa thickening, ground glass and mosaic perfusion on inspiratory images, and air trapping on expiratory images. (springeropen.com)