Bronchiectasis is a term that encompasses the clinical manifestation and pathological findings of patients with chronic bronchial inflammation leading to permanent bronchial architectural distortion. This structural change is the underlying cause for recurrent lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) and the condition's characteristic symptoms. The aim of this article is to provide a concise overview of non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis (henceforth termed ‘bronchiectasis’ for the purpose of this article) based on the recently published British Thoracic Society (BTS) guidelines and the role of primary care in its management.
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