UIP Diagnosed at Surgical Lung Biopsy, 2000–2009: HRCT Patterns and Proposed Classification System

Abstract

The FnoH pattern may be diagnostic of UIP in the proper clinical setting; heterogeneity of HRCT appearance is critical and has not been previously emphasized. Grouping of patients on the basis of pattern may allow more accurate assessment of treatment effects. Further validation and study of these HRCT patterns is warranted. Histologic UIP predicts clinical course.