Occupational Interstitial Lung Diseases.
J Occup Environ Med
; 57(11): 1250-4, 2015 Nov.
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ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE:
Evidence-based diagnostic and treatment guidelines for occupationally related interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) have been developed and are summarized herein.METHODS:
Comprehensive literature reviews were conducted with article abstraction, critiquing, objective grading, and evidence table compilation. A multidisciplinary expert panel drafted evidence- and consensus-based guidance. External peer-review was incorporated.RESULTS:
Recommendations for diagnosis (nâ=â12) and management (nâ=â4) of ILD were developed. Spirometric testing, chest radiographs, and high-resolution computerized tomographic scans were recommended based upon evidence. In addition to a detailed clinical history, carbon monoxide diffusion capacity, sputum sampling, exposure assessment, 6-minute walk test, and bronchoalveolar lavage were also recommended. There was no recommendation regarding chest magnetic resonance imaging due to lack of evidence.CONCLUSIONS:
Recommendations for diagnosis and management of ILD are supported by quality evidence. These guidelines may be useful to help guide providers who are tasked with diagnosing and/or treating patients with occupationally related ILD.
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Asunto principal:
Enfermedades Pulmonares Intersticiales
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Enfermedades Profesionales
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Guideline
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En
Revista:
J Occup Environ Med
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA OCUPACIONAL
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SAUDE AMBIENTAL
Año:
2015
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Article