Bronchocele

/ˈbrɒŋkoʊˌsiːl/ noun

An abnormal enlargement or swelling of the trachea (windpipe) or bronchi, sometimes associated with thyroid problems or tumors.

From broncho- (windpipe/airways) plus -cele (from Greek kele meaning 'hernia' or 'swelling'). This anatomical term describes structural enlargement of airway tissues.

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