ILDs Wael Batobara
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