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ILDs. Wael B atobara. Interstitial Lung Diseases. It is a group of diseases that shares the same clinical & radiological presentations Prognosis depends on etiology Detailed history & physical examinations should tailor further work up. Presentations. Progressive SOB , Cough
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Interstitial Lung Diseases • It is a group of diseases that shares the same clinical & radiological presentations • Prognosis depends on etiology • Detailed history & physical examinations should tailor further work up
Presentations • Progressive SOB , Cough • Symptoms of underlying disease • Abnormal CXR • Abnormal PFT
Important History • SR Connective tissue / Vasculitis other organ involvement • Medications • Environment : work , home , hobby • Pets • FH
Physical Examinations • Clubbing ,Cyanosis • Skin rash , joint swelling • Core pulmonale • Limited chest expansion ,Crackles
Diagnosis • CXR may be normal even with +ve clinical exam • High resolution CT chest • ABG • PFT • Biopsy