Clinical Characteristics and Natural History of Autoimmune Forms of Interstitial Lung Disease: A Single-Center Experience

ConclusionsThe predominant phenotypes of autoimmune ILD were SSc-ILD, IPAF, RA-ILD, and IIM-ILD. In contrast to the other subsets, those with RA-ILD may be older, gender balanced, with more smoking history, and higher proportion of UIP. Longitudinal lung function was stable among the groups and younger age, female gender, and better lung function were associated with improved survival.
Source: Lung - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research