Pathological Anatomy. Atlas of Macroscopic Specimens - Part 2. Pathology of Individual Organs and Systems - A. M. Romanyuk 2016

Pathology of the Cardiovascular System. Diffuse Connective Tissue Diseases. Respiratory System Pathology
Chronic bronchitis

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Chronic Bronchitis

Chronic bronchitis is a chronic inflammation of the Bronchi resulting from prolonged acute bronchitis or the long-term impact of Bacteria, Viruses, physical, or chemical agents on the bronchial mucosa. Chronic inflammation may be accompanied by epithelial metaplasia, leading to a decrease in the number of ciliated Cells. Consequences include Pulmonary Atelectasis, obstructive emphysema, chronic Pneumonia, and pneumosclerosis.



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