Abstract
Bronchiectasis is a heterogeneous lung condition characterized by irreversible bronchial dilatation, chronic inflammation and frequent exacerbations. Diagnosis is based on the presence of a productive cough most of the days, a history of exacerbations and the presence of bronchial dilatation on chest CT scan. Etiologic and microbiologic workup should be performed to determine the underlying cause. A personalized treatment approach is mandatory and includes patient education, improvement of mucociliary clearance, prevention and treatment of exacerbations, in order to preserve lung function and improve quality of life.
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