Challenges in pulmonary fibrosis: 6--Problematic granulomatous lung disease.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Granulomatous inflammation in lung biopsies is a relatively non-specific finding that can occur in a range of inflammatory and neoplastic conditions. This review focuses on the patterns of granulomatous inflammation that can cause diffuse lung disease, highlighting histopathological features helpful in differential diagnosis.
Medical subject headings
- Granuloma, Respiratory Tract
- Lung
- Pulmonary Fibrosis