Anthracofibrosis
Antracofibrosis
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The anthracofibrosis is a bronchial stenosis due to fibrosis of the mucosa which has a anthracotic pigment. Is given by exposure to fumes from combustion of biomass (wood, charcoal, dung, crop residues). Originally from rural areas in developing countries.
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