Bronchiarctia is a medical term that refers to the narrowing of the bronchial tubes, which are the tubes that carry air to the lungs. The word is spelled with the prefix "bronchi-" meaning bronchial tubes, followed by "-arctia" meaning narrowing. The correct pronunciation is [b r ɑː ŋ k i ˈ ɑː r k t i ə], with the stress on the second syllable. It is important to use proper spelling to ensure clear communication and accurate diagnosis in medical contexts.
Bronchiostenosis.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.