Interstitial lung diseases: an overview

Theodoros Karampitsakos, Marlies Wijsenbeek, Jose D. Herazo-Maya, Argyris Tzouvelekis, Michael Kreuter*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

ILDs represent a heterogeneous group of parenchymal lung diseases. Outcomes vary considerably and range from spontaneous reversibility to progressive pulmonary fibrosis. Timely identification and management are crucial for patients' quality of life and survival. However, diagnosis is often challenging and thus referral to specialised centres is of paramount importance. This chapter aims to provide an introduction to epidemiology, classification, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnosis and management of ILDs, as well as to novel developments in the field.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRare Diseases of the Respiratory System
Pages23-39
Number of pages17
Volume2023
Edition100
ISBN (Electronic)978-1-84984-167-2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Publication series

SeriesERS Monograph
ISSN2312-508X

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© 2023, European Respiratory Society. All rights reserved.

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