Definition
bronchoceles
noun
- Plural of bronchocele; abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, especially when visible as a swelling in the neck.
Usage: medical/anatomical term; also called goiter
Examples
- The physician examined the patient for signs of bronchoceles during the physical examination.
- Iodine deficiency can lead to the development of bronchoceles in populations with inadequate dietary intake.
- Historical records show that bronchoceles were common in mountainous regions before iodized salt became widely available.
- The endocrinologist specialized in treating various forms of bronchoceles and thyroid disorders.