Rhinitis, Atrophic

Atrofisk rinit

Engelsk definition

A chronic inflammation in which the NASAL MUCOSA gradually changes from a functional to a non-functional lining without mucociliary clearance. It is often accompanied by degradation of the bony TURBINATES, and the foul-smelling mucus which forms a greenish crust (ozena).

Svenska synonymer

Ozena

Engelska synonymer

Atrophic Rhinitides Atrophic Rhinitis Rhinitides, Atrophic Ozena Ozenas