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   What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

   • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is the most common form of interstitial lung disease. Idiopathic means that the cause is not known. The other most common types are: In lungs affected by PF, the soft, spongy tissue is taken over with thick, scarred tissue ¹. This makes it hard for the lungs to expand when breathing in.

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   How does fibrosis affect lungs?

   • In lungs affected by PF, the soft, spongy tissue is taken over with thick, scarred tissue ¹. This makes it hard for the lungs to expand when breathing in. Also, the fibrosis stops the normal movement of oxygen from the lungs into the bloodstream, which makes you feel more breathless.

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   1 day ago · The causes of interstitial lung disease are mostly unknown and, hence, difficult to prevent. However, practicing good lung health by not smoking and avoiding environmental pollution and occupational exposure to harmful particles as well as treating lung infection promptly helps preventing secondary causes of lung damage.

3. journal.chestnet.org › article › S0012-3692(24)00661Pulmonary hypertension in interstitial lung disease: a ...

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   2 days ago · Results. 302 studies were included, with varying diagnostic evaluation used to define PH. Commonly used diagnostic tests were right heart catheterisation (RHC) (56%) and transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) (50%). The pooled prevalence for PH in general ILD populations was 36% (95%CI 30-42%) using RHC, and 34% (95%CI 29-38%) using TTE.

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   2 days ago · Montefiore Einstein’s Advanced Lung Disease Program is the only provider of interstitial lung service and advanced emphysema treatment to our community. As part of the Comprehensive Lung Program, our team of highly trained specialists come together to provide innovative groundbreaking care.

5. www.lungsandyou.com › ild-articles › understandingUnderstanding Pulmonary Fibrosis | Lungs&You

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   2 days ago · Watch this informative video to learn about interstitial lung disease (ILD), particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)—a common type of ILD—its symptoms, how it affects the body, how it can be managed, and types of support available. video.

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   2 days ago · Overview of Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Multidisciplinary Approach; Narrowing the Differential Diagnosis; Evaluating the Features of an HRCT Scan; HRCT Interpretation Algorithm for Suspected Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease; Criteria for UIP Pattern; UIP Pattern; Probable UIP Pattern; Indeterminate for UIP Pattern; Nonspecific ...

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   2 days ago · Pulmonary fibrosis is one of the main types of interstitial lung disease (ILD), which affect the soft tissue of the lungs. All conditions in this group cause scarring and swelling in the lungs. Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is the most common form of interstitial lung disease.

8. www.lungsandyou.com › ild-articles › how-oxygen-canHow Oxygen Can Help Manage IPF Symptoms | Lungs&You

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   2 days ago · Learn how oxygen therapy can help to manage the symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a common type of interstitial lung disease (ILD), from a nurse practitioner who specializes in pulmonary rehabilitation.