Restrictive Lung Disease - Clinical Features Flashcards
1
Q
What is restriction?
A
An FVC < 80% of normal.
VC is a marker of restriction.
Spirometry finds restriction.
2
Q
What are interstitial lung diseases that cause restriction?
A
Sarcoidosis.
HP.
IPF.
3
Q
What are the pleural causes of restriction?
A
Pleural effusions and thickening.
Pneumothorax.
4
Q
What are the skeletal causes of restriction?
A
Kyphoscoliosis.
Ankylosing spondylitis.
Thoracoplasty.
Rib fractures.
5
Q
What are the muscle causes of restriction?
A
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Sub-diaphragmatic - obesity, pregnancy.
