Cardiovascular/Pulmonary: PBL Case 3

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Detailed review that covers the essentials as well as the studies that have established treatment options.
--Read abstract, introduction, section on IPF pg 1372.
--First paragraph in sections on Pirfenidone and Nintedanib
--First paragraph of recommended approach to IPF, Chronic Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
--Section on Comorbidities in Fibrotic Lung Disease.
Rest of article is for reference.

Good review of pathophysiology treatment options and clinical course of ALS – all pertinent to case.

Also listed on Guidelines
For basic understanding of condition read the following sections:
Introduction
Pathologic Characteristics
Therapeutics & beyond

Understand the basic mechanisms and especially differential diagnosis. EX. Table 2

Old article, but good review of pathophysiology. Not necessary to review treatments.