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Due to destruction of alveolar walls
| Definition | CXR findings | DLCO | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chronic Bronchitis | > 3 months/year of productive cough for > 2 years consecutively | Flattened diaphragm, prominent bronchovascular markings | Normal |
| Emphysema | Usually centriacinar (respiratory bronchiole dilation sparing distal alveoli) | Hyperinflated chest, decreased vascular markings | Decreased (alveolar damage) |
| Asthma | Chronic airway inflammation | Not usually recommended; may reveal air trapping & bronchial thickness | Normal / Increased |

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