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Cryptogenic Fibrosing Alveolitis
A common interstitial lung disease of unknown etiology, usually occurring between 50-70 years of age. Clinically, it is characterized by an insidious onset of breathlessness with exertion and a nonproductive cough, leading to progressive DYSPNEA. Pathological features show scant interstitial inflammation, patchy collagen fibrosis, prominent fibroblast proliferation foci, and microscopic honeycomb change.
Do NOT confuse with pulmonary fibrosis
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Do NOT confuse with pulmonary fibrosis
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Jan 27, 2013