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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Chronic dyspnea, suspected interstitial lung disease

Recommended: High-resolution CT Chest without contrast is the preferred imaging study for chronic dyspnea, suspected interstitial lung disease. Inspiratory + expiratory + prone images.

Recommended study

High-resolution CT Chest without contrast

CT No contrast Preferred Chest Outpatient Reviewed

Inspiratory + expiratory + prone images. HRCT is the cornerstone of ILD diagnosis and pattern recognition.

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