Emphysema:
1) is most closely associated with chronic bronchitis.
2) is most closely associated with cystic fibrosis.
3) leads to the destruction of alveolar walls.
4) is characterized by mucus plugging.

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Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that is most closely associated with chronic bronchitis (1) and involves the destruction of alveolar walls (3), leading to decreased surface area for gas exchange.

Emphysema: 1) Is Most Closely Associated with Chronic Bronchitis