Meaning Of The Word Rhonchus

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rhonchus in American English
a rattling sound, somewhat like snoring heard on auscultation of the chest when there is a partial bronchial obstruction; dry râle
noun: a wheezing or snoring sound heard upon auscultation of the chest, caused by an accumulation of mucus or other material

rhonchus in British English
noun: a rattling or whistling respiratory sound resembling snoring, caused by secretions in the trachea or bronchi

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