Usual interstitial pneumonia (UIP)

Case contributed by David Cuete
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Dyspnea

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Male

CT chest

ct

There is advanced pulmonary fibrosis with extensive subpleural interlobular septal thickening and marked peripheral honey combing most pronounced in the bases. Widespread traction bronchiectasis is demonstrated throughout all lobes. No pleural fluid or pleural nodularity is demonstrated

Case Discussion

Typical appearances of end stage idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

How to use cases

You can use Radiopaedia cases in a variety of ways to help you learn and teach.

Creating your own cases is easy.

Updating… Please wait.

 Unable to process the form. Check for errors and try again.

 Thank you for updating your details.