Turkish Translation
Bronkopnömoni
Pulmonology
Bronchopneumonia
An acute inflammation of the walls of the bronchioles and surrounding alveoli, often caused by bacterial or viral infection, characterized by patchy consolidation of lung tissue.
Turkish
Bronkopnömoni
Pronunciation
ˌbrɒŋkoʊnjuːˈmoʊniə
Usage frequency
8
Relative in-app score
pneumoniarespiratoryinfectionlungsinflammation
Lobular pneumoniaBronchial pneumonia
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Meaning and Clinical Context
An acute inflammation of the walls of the bronchioles and surrounding alveoli, often caused by bacterial or viral infection, characterized by patchy consolidation of lung tissue.
Bronchopneumonia is commonly seen in hospitalized patients, particularly those with compromised immune systems or chronic lung disease. Treatment involves antibiotics for bacterial causes, supportive care, and sometimes hospitalization for severe cases.
Category
Example in Use
English: The patient presented with fever, productive cough, and crackles on auscultation, consistent with bronchopneumonia confirmed by chest X-ray.
Turkish: Hasta, ateş, balgamlı öksürük ve oskültasyonda raller ile başvurdu, göğüs röntgeni ile doğrulanan bronkopnömoni ile uyumlu.
Clinical Notes
Scenario
A 65-year-old smoker presents with fever, dyspnea, and purulent sputum. Chest X-ray reveals patchy infiltrates consistent with bronchopneumonia.
Response Template
Diagnosis confirmed as bronchopneumonia; initiate appropriate antibiotic therapy and monitor respiratory status closely.
Mini FAQ
What does Bronchopneumonia mean in medical English?
An acute inflammation of the walls of the bronchioles and surrounding alveoli, often caused by bacterial or viral infection, characterized by patchy consolidation of lung tissue.
When is Bronchopneumonia used in clinical communication?
Bronchopneumonia is commonly seen in hospitalized patients, particularly those with compromised immune systems or chronic lung disease. Treatment involves antibiotics for bacterial causes, supportive care, and sometimes hospitalization for severe cases.
Which glossary category includes Bronchopneumonia?
Bronchopneumonia is grouped under Pulmonology in the HealthSpeak glossary.
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