Interstitial lung disease

Therapeutic area
Pulmonology
Rare disease
Yes

Definition
A diverse group of lung diseases that affect the lung parenchyma. They are characterized by an initial inflammation of pulmonary alveoli that extends to the interstitium and beyond leading to diffuse pulmonary fibrosis. Interstitial lung diseases are classified by their etiology (known or unknown causes), and radiological-pathological features.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
Yes
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Interstitial lung disease
Therapeutic area
Pulmonology

  • interstitial lung disease
  • ILD
  • interstitial lung disease

All therapeutic areas
  • Pulmonology
Severity
Severe

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0005275

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