Quantitative computed tomography assessment for systemic sclerosis –related interstitial lung disease: comparison of different methods

ConclusionsAll the QLA methods are applicable in assessing the ILD score in SSc patients and have potential importance to differentiate limited from extensive ILD.Key Points• Quantitative interstitial lung disease assessment helps clinicians to assess systemic sclerosis patients with interstitial lung disease.• Quantitative lung assessment methods are applicable in assessing the interstitial lung disease score in systemic sclerosis patients.• Quantitative lung assessment methods have potential importance in the management of patients.
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research