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Lymphoid Interstitial Pneumonia Without Known Cause: Diagnostic Work Up and Differential Considerations

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We present a case of diffuse cystic lung disease without any known underlying systemic disorder, biopsy confirmed as lymphoid interstitial pneumonia (LIP). This case highlights the benefit of histological confirmation in cases of diagnostic uncertainty if the clinical situation permits, particularly in the setting of symptomatic deterioration.

Source: Respirology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70175

Authors: Han Xin Lau, Liam Krebs, Sarah Sim, Taryn Reddy

Institutions: Prince Charles Hospital, Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology, The University of Queensland

Language: English

Topic: Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,130