Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Conditions
Brief summary
This will be a cross-sectional descriptive study aimed at evaluating the role of high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) in diagnosing Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).
Interventions
DIAGNOSTIC_TESTHigh-Resolution Computed Tomography
High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) plays a crucial role in diagnosing and managing Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). It helps identify the characteristic pattern of IPF, known as Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (UIP), and can sometimes obviate the need for lung biopsy.
Sponsors
Superior University
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
RETROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Patients aged 18 years and above. * Patients clinically suspected of having IPF. * Patients referred for HRCT examination. * Patients who provide informed consent to participate in the study.
Exclusion criteria
* Patients with a known diagnosis of other interstitial lung diseases. * Patients with comorbid conditions that could mimic IPF. * Patients who are pregnant. * Patients with incomplete medical records or imaging studies
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) | 12 Months | Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) scans are crucial for diagnosis and assessment of disease severity. HRCT findings typically show a reticular pattern with traction bronchiectasis and honeycombing, predominantly in the subpleural and basal regions of the lungs |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed