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What condition occurs when the bronchial tubes are inflamed and as a result, obstructed?

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Answer:Atelectasis is a condition in which all or part of a lung becomes airless and collapses. Blockage of the bronchial tubes is a common cause of atelectasis. Shortness of breath can develop if oxygen levels are low or pneumonia occurs.

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