lung fibrosis

Primary Care Can Address Complex Lung Diseases, Too

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Primary care physicians (PCPs) often face challenges in diagnosing complex pulmonary issues in patients, particularly when nonspecific symptoms appear similar to cardiovascular issues, asthma, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. However, clinicians can cover both pulmonary and cardiovascular concerns during an exam, potentially shortening delays in the diagnosis of interstitial lung diseases (ILDs), including pulmonary fibrosis … Read more

Sorry Fido, The eNose Can Smell ILD Subtypes Too

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SAN FRANCISCO — Dogs trained to sniff out lung disease may need to look for another line of work if an “electronic nose” sensor in development makes it into widespread clinical practice. In a multicenter cohort study of 589 patients with a diagnosis of interstitial lung disease (ILD) by multidisciplinary team discussion and evidence of … Read more