ICD-11 definition : Bronchiectasis is an abnormal widening of one or more airways. Normally, tiny glands
in the lining of the airways make a small amount of mucus. Mucus keeps the airways
moist and traps any dust and dirt in the inhaled air. Because bronchiectasis creates
an abnormal widening of the airways, extra mucus tends to form and pool in parts of
the widened airways. Widened airways with extra mucus are prone to infection.;
ICD-11 synonym : bronchiectasis NOS;
ICD-11 inclusion : dilatation of bronchus; bronchiectasis with airway obstruction; Bronchiolectasis; bronchial dilatation; cylindrical bronchiectasis; saccular bronchiectasis; fusiform bronchiectasis;
Bronchiectasis is an abnormal widening of one or more airways. Normally, tiny glands
in the lining of the airways make a small amount of mucus. Mucus keeps the airways
moist and traps any dust and dirt in the inhaled air. Because bronchiectasis creates
an abnormal widening of the airways, extra mucus tends to form and pool in parts of
the widened airways. Widened airways with extra mucus are prone to infection.