Chest CT Appearances

Pulmonary Fibrosis CT Findings

• Irregular thickening of septa
• Dilation of proximal airways (traction bronchiectasis)
• Honeycombing
• Ground-glass opacity

Other Information About Pulmonary Fibrosis

Etiology:

• Long-term exposure to toxins
• Radiation therapy
• Chemotherapy
• Smoking
• Medicines such as antibiotics
• Associated with conditions such as pneumonia, sarcoidosis, lupus, etc.
• Can be idiopathic

Epidemiology:

• Typically presents after age 50
• More common in males

Presentation:

• Shortness of breath
• Cough
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Clubbing of the fingers and/or toes

Prognosis:

• Symptoms of pulmonary fibrosis can be managed
• Survival is about 2-3 years after diagnosis