肺结节病

Pulmonary sarcoidosis.

作者信息

Baughman Robert P

机构信息

University of Cincinnati Medical Center, 1001 Holmes, Eden Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0565, USA.

出版信息

Clin Chest Med. 2004 Sep;25(3):521-30, vi. doi: 10.1016/j.ccm.2004.04.006.

DOI:10.1016/j.ccm.2004.04.006

PMID:15331189

Abstract

Pulmonary sarcoidosis is one of the most common causes of idiopathic interstitial lung disease. Clinical presentation can range from asymptomatic to respiratory failure. Although some patients never require therapy, many patients with pulmonary sarcoidosis become symptomatic enough to require therapy. Treatment options include corticosteroids.In the past few years, alternatives to corticosteroids have been developed,especially for patients with a chronic condition.

摘要

肺结节病是特发性间质性肺疾病最常见的病因之一。临床表现可从无症状到呼吸衰竭。尽管一些患者从未需要治疗，但许多肺结节病患者会出现足以需要治疗的症状。治疗选择包括使用皮质类固醇。在过去几年中，已经开发出了皮质类固醇的替代药物，尤其是针对慢性病患者。