Interstitial Lung Disease Associated With Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases: Checklists for Clinical Practice.

ABSTRACT: Background: Interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) are often associated with rheumatic diseases. Their early diagnosis and management are not only difficult, but also crucial, because they are associated with major morbidity and mortality and can be the first cause of death in autoimmune rheumatic diseases (ARDs). Objectives: By using methodologies, such as Nominal Group Technique (NGT) and Delphi Survey, the aims of this study were (1) to measure consensus between pulmonologists, radiologists, and rheumatologists experienced in the management of ARD-ILD; (2) to highlight the importance of a multidisciplinary approach; and (3) to provide clinicians with a practical tool aimed at improving the prompt recognition and follow-up of ILD associated with ARDs and of any possible rheumati

SUBMITTER: Bosello SL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8554062 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature