Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rhonchus

Noun

/ˈrɒŋ.kəs/

Definition

A rhonchus is a type of abnormal lung sound that is typically described as a continuous rumbling or snoring noise that occurs during breathing.

Examples

During the examination, the doctor noted the presence of rhonchi in the patient’s lungs.
Rhonchi can often be heard without the use of a stethoscope in cases of severe obstruction.
Patients with chronic bronchitis frequently exhibit rhonchus during their clinical assessments.

Meaning

Rhonchi are often indicative of obstructed airways or conditions such as bronchitis or asthma, reflecting the turbulent airflow in the respiratory passages.