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  • Title: [Lung biopsy in interstitial pulmonary processes].
    Author: Rüttner JR.
    Journal: Schweiz Med Wochenschr; 1976 Apr 03; 106(14):465-7. PubMed ID: 1265461.
    Abstract:
    The value of open lung biopsies for the diagnosis of diffuse interstitial lung fibrosis is discussed. Except for few cases, e.g. granulomatous processes, needle biopsies are not a reliable method. In diffuse lung fibroses of unknown etiology which are not related to systemic diseases such as collagen diseases, combined electronmicroscopy and EDAX (Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis) may reveal pneumoconiotic lesions due to unperceived mineral-dust exposure.
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