bronchogenic

/brɒŋkoʊˈdʒɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

originating from or related to the bronchi, the main air passages in the lungs

“The bronchogenic carcinoma was a type of lung cancer that required specialized treatment.”

2. noun

a tumor or cancer that arises from the epithelium lining the bronchi

“The patient was diagnosed with a bronchogenic cyst that needed to be surgically removed.”

Synonyms

  • bronchial
  • pulmonary

Antonyms

  • exogenous
  • non-respiratory