AI Article Synopsis
- Despite advances in lung irradiation techniques, radiation-induced pneumonitis is still a common issue in lung cancer treatment.
- This condition can be asymptomatic but may also escalate to respiratory distress, necessitating careful evaluation and management.
- The article covers the possible causes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options for radiation-induced pneumonitis.
Article Abstract
Despite technical improvements concerning lung irradiation modalities, radiation-induced pneumonitis remains a usual complication, notably in the field of lung cancer treatment. This complication may remain asymptomatic but can also lead to respiratory distress. Thus, a low degree of suspicion and a comprehensive work-up is mandatory to evaluate the indication for specific treatment. In this article, we discuss the hypothesized pathophysiologic pathways, risk factors, clinical/radiological presentation and management.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.53738/REVMED.2022.18.804.2134 | DOI Listing |
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