bronchocele

/brɒŋkoʊˈsɛli/

Definitions

1. noun

A cystic dilatation of the bronchial glands, often caused by chronic bronchitis, leading to a visible swelling in the trachea or a bronchus.

“The patient’s bronchocele was removed through surgery to alleviate breathing difficulties.”

Synonyms

  • bronchial cyst
  • tracheal cyst

Antonyms

  • normal bronchial anatomy