Definitions of pulmonary emphysema
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an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age
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synonyms:
emphysema
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types:
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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
a nonreversible lung disease that is a combination of emphysema and chronic bronchitis; usually patients have been heavy cigarette smokers
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type of:
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respiratory disease, respiratory disorder, respiratory illness
a disease affecting the respiratory system
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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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