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Alveolar Ectasia (Noun)

Meaning

Abnormal enlargement of the air sacs in the lungs.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient's lung x-rays revealed significant alveolar ectasia, indicating irreversible lung damage from years of smoking.
  • The disease is characterized by the formation of alveolar ectasia, leading to breathing difficulties and a persistent cough.
  • In people with alveolar ectasia, the delicate air sacs in the lungs are permanently damaged, impairing oxygen absorption.
  • Studies have shown that prolonged exposure to certain toxins can cause alveolar ectasia in both humans and animals.
  • Radiological findings in cases of alveolar ectasia typically show distinctive abnormalities in lung structure, indicating potential disease progression.

Hypernyms

  • Ectasis
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