2007, Number 2
Alerg Asma Inmunol Pediatr 2007; 16 (2)
Clinical progress to diagnose interstitial pneumopathy associated with rheumatic diseases
Álvarez GMA
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Language: Spanish
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Page: 54-63
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ABSTRACT
In the last century a significant progress has been made to classify, diagnose and understand the pathogenesis of interstitial pneumopathies. Technological advancement, in particular physiologic tests, imagery studies, bronchoalveolar lavage, surgical biopsy and histopathology evaluation have improved our knowledge about these conditions. This paper highlights some of these advancements that have changed the clinical practice of interstitial pneumopathies associated with rheumatic diseases.