TESTING TOOLS

Approach for evaluating HRCT scans1,2

Helpful features for detecting fibrosis

References:
1. Raghu G et al. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2018;198(5):e44-e68. 2. Lynch DA et al. Lancet Respir Med. 2018;6(2):138-153.


HRCT patterns associated with fibrosis

HRCT scan showing UIP pattern
HRCT scan showing probable UIP
HRCT scan that is indeterminate for UIP
HRCT scan showing nonspecific interstitial pneumonia (NSIP)
HRCT scan showing nonfibrotic hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP)
HRCT scan showing fibrotic hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP)
HRCT scan showing organizing pneumonia (OP)