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Lymphoid interstitial pneumonia

ORPHA:79128· ICD-10 J84.1

Definition

A rare idiopathic interstitial pneumonia characterized by a diffuse, dense, polyclonal lymphoid cell infiltration of the pulmonary interstitium and air spaces, with high prevalence in patients with immune dysregulation. Presenting symptoms are non-specific and include dyspnea and cough. The clinical course is highly variable, ranging from spontaneous resolution to progressive, fatal respiratory failure.

Prevalence
Unknown
Inheritance
Not applicable
Age of onset
All ages