mucus impaction

mu·cus im·pac·tion

filling of the proximal bronchi and the bronchioles, with mucus.
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

mu·cus im·pac·tion

(myūkŭs im-pakshŭn)
Filling of the proximal bronchi and bronchioles with mucus.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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