An earlier and more confident diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
A diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) has serious implications for the affected individuals, who have a 50% likelihood of dying within 2−3 yrs, an outcome which is worse than many cancers. A swift and accurate diagnosis is imperative, especially as commencing treatment at a relatively e...
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| Language: | English |
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European Respiratory Society
2012-06-01
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| Series: | European Respiratory Review |
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| Online Access: | http://err.ersjournals.com/content/21/124/141.full.pdf+html |