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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Flashcards

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What is the histological pattern seen in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

A

Usual interstital pneumonitis (interstitial inflammation and fibrosis at varying stages of development)

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What is the prognosis of IPF?

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Inevitable progression to end-stage lung disease (mean survival 3 years)

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How is IPF treated?

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GCS
Pirfenidone
IFN-y 2B
Oxygen

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Pirfenidone

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TGF-B inhibitor

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