CTICasesSilicosis with UIP Pattern
Cite this case
[...]. Silicosis with UIP Pattern. CTICases. Published June 2, 2022. https://cticases.com/c/qs7qe
Imaging findings
Classic silicosis with eggshell calcification and progressive massive fibrosis, combined with a honeycombing/UIP-like pattern in the lung bases.
Key takeaways
While potentially coincidental, the presence of basal fibrosis and severe pulmonary hypertension in a silicosis patient should trigger an evaluation for underlying connective tissue diseases.
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