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Bronchography

Bronchography

Bronchography: A bronchography is an x-ray of the lower respiratory tract-larynx, trachea, bronchi-following introduction of a contrast agent to better visualize the anatomy. This procedure is performed less often than more powerful imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) and positron emission tomography (PET).

Bronchography: Other Names

Other names for Bronchography include:

Symptoms Associated with Bronchography

These symptoms may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Bronchography:

Diseases Associated with Bronchography

These diseases or medical conditions may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Bronchography:

  • Enlarged airways (bronchiectasis)
  • Congenital or acquired tracheobronchial tree abnormality
  • Tracheobronchoesophageal fistula (part of the contrast material in the esophagus)
  • Bronchial obstruction
  • Cancer of the larynx
  • Cancer of the trachea
  • Cancer of the bronchi (airways to the lungs)
  • Cysts of the lower respiratory tract
  • Benign obstructions in the lower respiratory tract

Basic Information: Bronchography

Bronchography: An x-ray examination of the inside of the bronchial passages.

Disease or Condition count: 0; see list of conditions below. These are the diseases or medical conditions in which the medical test 'Bronchography' may be involved.

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