Comparison of Emphysema with Chronic Bronchitis

Please read and agree to the disclaimer before watching this video. . Emphysema is usually present in smokers. Emphysema chronic bronchitis together are called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Dr. Mobeen Syed explains that airways are for the passage of air and the gas exchange occurs through air spaces (acini and lobules). The terminal part of airways is the terminal bronchioles. Alveolar duct, alveolar sac and alveoli are called acinus. 3-5 acinus connected together make a lobule. Chronic bronchitis is the destruction and dilatations of the airways. Due to irritation, there is hyperplasia of the mucous secreting glands. Extra mucous can plug the airways which causes infections and atelectasis. However, emphysema is the destruction and dilatation of air exchanging tissue. Both conditions occur in the smokers. Chronic bronchitis is more clinical. The patient has chronic bronchitis if he/she has productive cough for 3 months to 2 years in a row. On the other hand emphysema has a morphological pattern. *Emphysema. *Chronic bronchitis. *Comparison of chronic bronchitis and emphysema. *Clinical diagnosis of chronic bronchitis. *Morphological pattern of emphysema. ... Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice; it also does not constitute provision of healthcare services. The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health related diagnosis or treatment. No information in this video should ever be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. ... Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice; it also does not constitute provision of healthcare services. The content provided in this video is for informational and educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health related diagnosis or treatment. No information in this video should ever be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional.