Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema.
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چکیده
Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema (CPFE) is a distinct clinical entity characterized by the simultaneous coexistence of both upper lobe emphysema and lower lobe pulmonary fibrosis. Although it was first described in 1990, it has not received enough recognition. Due to its unique lung function and clinical profile, pulmonologists should be aware of its existence while evaluating patients with pulmonary fibrosis.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Respiratory care
دوره 57 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012