Systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease in a Vietnamese adult female: Case report and literature review

Respirol Case Rep. 2021 Aug 10;9(9):e0827. doi: 10.1002/rcr2.827. eCollection 2021 Sep.

Abstract

Systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD) is a rare disease in the Asian population and might be overlooked in clinical practice. Early diagnosis is crucial to initiate treatment and to prevent disease progression. Chest high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) is the modality of choice for diagnosing and assessing this disorder. SSc-ILD should be included in the list of differential diagnoses of ILD. Familiarity with HRCT findings and thorough clinical examination are crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

Keywords: high‐resolution computed tomography; interstitial lung disease; systemic sclerosis.

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  • Case Reports