Evaluating and Managing Interstitial Lung Abnormalities

A consensus statement addresses a common incidental finding on chest computed tomography.

Sponsoring Organization: American Thoracic Society (ATS)

Background

Interstitial lung diseases can be progressive; early identification and intervention might preserve lung function. Interstitial lung abnormalities (ILAs) are a heterogeneous group of radiographic findings that can precede interstitial lung diseases. A group of clinical experts conducted a systematic literature review for the ATS and reached consensus on refined definitions of ILAs; the writers provide recommendations on screening, evaluation, and management. This ATS clinical consensus statement is an update to the 2020 Fleischner Society's position paper on incidentally detected ILAs (Lancet Respir Med 2020; 8:726).

Key Points

ILAs detected via chest computed tomography (CT) a…

Reviewing Author

Gerald L. Weinhouse, MD

Disclosures

Nothing to disclose

Gerald L. Weinhouse, MD

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Nothing to disclose

Evaluating and Managing Interstitial Lung Abnormalities

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