X-Ray Methods. There are numerous X-ray methods that can be utilized to obtain a radiographic image of your cat. Depending on the condition and the location of the affected area, a veterinarian may request X-rays of such commonly examined regions as the chest, teeth or abdomen.
Bronchiectasis is a lung disease with enlargement of small airways. This leads to a slowed movement of mucus out of the lungs. Holding mucus in the airways may lead to repeated lung infections causing more damage.
Cystic bronchiectasis is the most severe form of bronchiectasis, and fortunately it is the least common form. This often occurred in the pre-antibiotic era when an infection would run its course and the patient would survive with residual lung damage.