Cryptogenic Fibrotizing Alveolitis

Czech version

Authors: L. Svobodová; J. Homolka
Authors‘ workplace: I. klinika tuberkulózy a respiračních nemocí 1. LF UK a VFN, Praha
Published in: Čas. Lék. čes. 2007; 146: 925-927
Category: Review Article

Overview

Presented article deals with the pathogenesis of cryptogenic fibrotizing alveolitis (CFA), gives distinct histological types according ATS and ERS, considers clinical CFA picture and recommends examination program for this disease. The anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive treatment is discussed together with other therapeutic approaches (long-lasting oxygenotherapy at home, transplantation and treatment of pulmonary hypertension). Final part deals with less frequent clinical manifestations.

Key words:
cryptogenic fibrotizing alveolitis, pathogenesis, diagnostics, treatment.

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Addictology Allergology and clinical immunology Angiology Audiology Clinical biochemistry Dermatology & STDs Paediatric gastroenterology Paediatric surgery Paediatric cardiology Paediatric neurology Paediatric ENT Paediatric psychiatry Paediatric rheumatology Diabetology Pharmacy Vascular surgery Pain management Dental Hygienist

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Journal of Czech Physicians

2007 Issue 12

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