| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4213181 | Respiratory Medicine CME | 2008 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryTwo cases presenting as an acute exacerbation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) are presented. Both patients had good response to corticosteroids and exhibited the underlying pathology of organizing pneumonia superimposed on usual interstitial pneumonia. The challenges with diagnosing an IPF exacerbation in patients with previously unknown IPF are discussed. The impact of underlying histopathology during an exacerbation on patient outcomes is also discussed.
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Authors
Krishna M. Sundar, Dixie L. Harris,