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Pulmonary Diseases and Disorders

Across
Presence of air or gas in the pleural space of the thorax
Acute and often life-threatening infection of the upper airway, which causes severe obstruction secondary to supraglottic swelling.
Respiratory disorder characterized by recurring episodes of paroxysmal dyspnea, wheezing on expiration/ inspiration caused by constriction of bronchi, coughing, and viscous mucoid bronchial secretions.
Scarring of lung tissue involving the formation of fibrous tissue or lesions
Syndrome that is idiopathic, peripheral polyneuritis characterized by lower extremity weakness that progresses to the upper extremities and face
Respiratory disorder characterized by a dry, nonproductive cough and dyspnea on exertion.
Acute infection of the lower respiratory tract causing expiratory wheezing, respiratory distress, inflammation, and obstruction of the bronchioles
Condition in which excessive amounts of plasma enter the pulmonary interstitium and alveoli
Abnormal collection of fluid in the pleural space
Abbreviation for a condition in which five or more apneic episodes occur per hour of sleep and characterized by occlusion of the oropharyngeal airway with continued efforts to breathe
Down
Destructive process of lung parenchyma leading to permanent enlargement of the distal air space
Autosomal recessive disease characterized by pancreatic insufficiency, abnormally thick secretions from the endocrine glands, and an increased concentration of sodium and chloride in the sweat glands.
Disorder of neuromuscular conduction that leads to muscle weakness of the skeletal muscles, particularly those of face, throat, and respiratory system.
Abnormal condition of the bronchial tree characterized by irreversible dilation and destruction of the bronchial walls.
Blockage of a pulmonary artery by foreign matter.
Inflammatory process of the lung parenchyma, usually infectious in origin
Abbreviation for a disease that describes a generalized airway obstruction that is not fully reversible with treatment