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Bronchiectasis in children is a syndrome caused by airway inflammation and infection leading to bronchial dilatation and fibrosis.

Common causes:

• Infection: Protracted bacterial bronchitis, adenovirus, Bordetella
• Immune deficiency
• Aspiration: Reflux, unsafe swallow
• Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia

Symptoms:

• Chronic wet cough
• Unusual sputum pathogens
• Decreased lung function

Diagnosis & Management:

• Immune screen, sweat test, CT scan (BAR), PCD testing
• Monitoring: spirometry, cough/sputum swabs
• Management: ACT, antibiotics, macrolides

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