ILD Flashcards
1
Q
Gold standard for diagnosis of ILD
A
lung biopsy
2
Q
What is the hallmark of ILD?
A
scarring, inflammation and fibrosis
Progressive DOE and Non-productive cough (dry)
3
Q
What is the general CP of ILD?
A
Crackles, rhonchi, RHF, cyanosis and clubbing with advanced disease
NOT COMMON TO SEE WHEEZING AND CHEST PAIN
4
Q
What cancer a/w ILD is commonly found in the pleura?
A
mesothelioma
5
Q
hemoptysis is a/w which ILD?
A
Wegener’s Granulomatosis
