Overlap of interstitial pneumonia with autoimmune features with undifferentiated connective tissue disease and contribution of UIP to mortality

ConclusionCurrent IPAF criteria encompassed the majority of broadly defined UCTD‐ILD and included those with UIP findings. Survival compared with IPF in those with UIP was similar. Further studies are necessary to refine IPAF definitions for clinical use and guide directed management strategies.

Source: Respirology - January 1, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Bryan T. Kelly, Teng Moua Tags: Original Article Source Type: research