Bronchial Tree

Summary Information: Bronchial Tree

Bronchial Tree: The bronchial tree is located in the lungs includes several structures of the respiratory system: the bronchi, bronchioles and the alveoli. The shape of the bronchial tree resembles two trees. Conditions affecting the bronchial tree include bronchitis, trauma, asthma, lung cancer, birth defects, infant respiratory distress syndrome, cystic fibrosis, and emphysema.

Closely Related Organs: Bronchial Tree

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Bronchial Tree:

• Lungs
• Heart
• Thorax
• Trachea
• Respiratory system
• Pleural cavity

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Bronchial Tree

The following conditions are related to the organ: Bronchial Tree:

• Bronchitis
• Trauma
• Lung cancer
• Birth defects
• Infant respiratory distress syndrome
• Cystic fibrosis
• Emphysema
• Asthma

Sub Parts: Bronchial Tree

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Bronchial Tree:

• Bronchi
• Bronchioles
• Alveoli

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Bronchial Tree

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Bronchial Tree:

• Rapid respiration
• Low oxygen level
• Shortness of breath
• Wheezing
• Chest pain
• Pallor
• Fever
• Cough

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Organs: list of all organs

Bronchial Tree: Related Topics

• Bronchial
• Bronchial symptoms
• Bronchial disorder

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