Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema

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Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema
Other namesCPFE
SpecialtyPulmonology

Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema (CPFE), describes a medical syndrome involving both pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema.[1][2] The combination is most commonly found in male smokers. Pulmonary function tests typically show preserved lung volume with very low transfer factor.[3]

Presentation

CFPE is characterised by

acute lung injury, lung cancer, and coronary artery disease.[4]

Diagnosis

The diagnosis is confirmed with high resolution CT scan.[5]

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