Low dose CT detected interstitial lung abnormalities in a population with low asbestos exposure

The use of low dose CT (LDCT) chest is becoming more widespread in occupationally exposed populations. There is a knowledge gap as to heterogeneity in severity and the natural course of asbestosis after low levels of exposure. This study reports the characteristics of LDCT-detected interstitial lung abnormalities (ILA).

Citation:
Harris EJA, Lim KP, Moodley Y, Adler B, Sodhi-Berry N, ...... deKlerk NH, Brims FJH. Low dose CT detected interstitial lung abnormalities in a population with low asbestos exposure. Am J Ind Med. 2021.

Keywords:
Asbestos; asbestosis; low dose CT

Abstract:
The use of low dose CT (LDCT) chest is becoming more widespread in occupationally exposed populations. There is a knowledge gap as to heterogeneity in severity and the natural course of asbestosis after low levels of exposure. This study reports the characteristics of LDCT-detected interstitial lung abnormalities (ILA).