Evaluating Different Treatment Options for Patients with Bronchiectasis
A discussion exploring how bronchiectasis involves a vicious cycle of airway damage, where neutrophilic inflammation leads to bronchial wall destruction and dilation, while explaining that diagnosis relies primarily on high-resolution CT imaging showing bronchial wall thickening and dilated airways, distinguishing it from COPD's emphysematous changes.
Episodes
December 20th 2024EP. 1: Exploring the Pathophysiology and Diagnosis of Bronchiectasis
A panelist discusses how bronchiectasis involves a vicious cycle of airway damage, where neutrophilic inflammation leads to bronchial wall destruction and dilation, while explaining that diagnosis relies primarily on high-resolution CT imaging showing bronchial wall thickening and dilated airways, distinguishing it from the emphysematous changes seen with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
April 30th 2025EP. 2: Common Symptoms Seen With Bronchiectasis
Panelists discusses how bronchiectasis differs from other respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD through symptoms, imaging findings, and pathophysiological mechanisms.
April 30th 2025EP. 3: Examining The Pathophysiology Of Bronchiectasis
Panelists discusses how the "vicious vortex model" explains bronchiectasis pathophysiology, where airway dilatation leads to mucus stagnation, chronic infections, and neutrophilic inflammation, worsening the condition.
