Bronchi (definition)

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Definition: The larger air passages of the lungs arising from the terminal bifurcation of the TRACHEA. They include the largest two primary bronchi which branch out into secondary bronchi, and tertiary bronchi which extend into BRONCHIOLES and PULMONARY ALVEOLI.

inflammation
See Also Bronchoconstrictor Agents; Bronchodilator Agents; Bronchography; Bronchoscopy
Examples Bronchioles

Other names Bronchus, Tertiary; Bronchus, Secondary; Bronchus; Bronchi, Tertiary; Bronchi, Secondary; Tertiary Bronchus; Tertiary Bronchi; Secondary Bronchus; Secondary Bronchi; Primary Bronchus; Primary Bronchi

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