Monday, September 14, 2009

Parenchymal Asbestosis

Diffuse interstitial fibrosis with:

- Restrictive pattern of disease on pulmonary
function testing (but can see mixed pattern)

- Impaired gas exchange

- Progressive exertional dyspnea

Radiographic changes: >10 years

Latency period: 20-40 years

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