AI Article Synopsis
- Interstitial lung abnormalities (ILA) are specific findings on CT scans of patients not suspected to have interstitial lung disease (ILD).
- If ILA shows signs of fibrosis in more than 5% of the lungs, patients should see a pulmonologist for further evaluation.
- Early detection of ILA and understanding the associated risks can help prevent progression to ILD and improve survival rates.
Article Abstract
Interstitial lung abnormalities (ILA) are incidentally observed specific CT findings in patients without clinical suspicion of interstitial lung disease (ILD). ILA with basal and peripheral predominance and features suggestive of fibrosis in more than 5% of any part of the lung should be referred for pulmonologist review. The strategy for monitoring as described in this review is based on clinical and radiological risk factors. ILA are associated with risk of progression to ILD and increased mortality. Early identification and assessment of risk factors for progression are essential to improve outcome.
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