Diffuse pulmonary nodules

Last revised by Joshua Yap on 26 Mar 2024

Diffuse pulmonary nodules are usually seen as multiple pulmonary nodular opacifications on a HRCT chest scan. They can signify disease processes affecting either the interstitium or the airspace. They can range from a few millimeters to up to 1 cm and when very small and numerous there can be some overlap with the term miliary nodules. They can arise from a vast number of pathological entities.

Differential diagnosis

Differentials to be considered include:

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