Idiopathic interstitial pneumonia

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Idiopathic interstitial pneumonia
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Synonyms N/A
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Shortness of breath, dry cough, fatigue
Complications Pulmonary fibrosis, respiratory failure, pulmonary hypertension
Onset Typically in adulthood
Duration Chronic
Types Usual interstitial pneumonia, nonspecific interstitial pneumonia, desquamative interstitial pneumonia, respiratory bronchiolitis-associated interstitial lung disease, acute interstitial pneumonia, cryptogenic organizing pneumonia, lymphoid interstitial pneumonia
Causes Idiopathic, genetic predisposition, environmental factors
Risks Smoking, occupational exposure, family history
Diagnosis High-resolution computed tomography, lung biopsy, pulmonary function test
Differential diagnosis Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, heart failure
Prevention N/A
Treatment Corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs, antifibrotic agents, oxygen therapy, lung transplantation
Medication N/A
Prognosis Variable, depends on type and response to treatment
Frequency Rare
Deaths N/A


Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonia (IIP) is a group of lung diseases that affect the interstitial (tissue and space around the air sacs) of the lungs. The term "idiopathic" is used because the exact cause of these diseases is not fully understood.

Classification[edit | edit source]

IIP is classified into several subtypes, each with distinct clinical, radiographic, and pathologic characteristics. These include:

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Common symptoms of IIP include shortness of breath, cough, and fatigue. In some cases, clubbing (widening and rounding) of the fingers and toes may also occur.

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Diagnosis of IIP is often challenging and involves a combination of clinical evaluation, radiographic studies, and sometimes lung biopsy. High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) is often used in the diagnostic process.

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment of IIP is largely dependent on the specific subtype and may include corticosteroids, immunosuppressive therapy, and in severe cases, lung transplantation.

Prognosis[edit | edit source]

The prognosis of IIP varies widely depending on the subtype. Some forms, such as IPF, have a poor prognosis, while others, like COP, often respond well to treatment.

See also[edit | edit source]

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