bronchophony

bronchophony definition - medical

bron·choph·o·ny (brŏng-kŏfˈə-nē)

noun
An exaggerated vocal resonance that can be heard over a bronchus that is surrounded by consolidated lung tissue. Also called bronchiloquy.

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