A group of interstitial lung diseases with no known etiology. There are several entities with varying patterns of inflammation and fibrosis. They are classified by their distinct clinical-radiological-pathological features and prognosis. They include IDIOPATHIC PULMONARY FIBROSIS; CRYPTOGENIC ORGANIZING PNEUMONIA; and others.
Also Known As:
Idiopathic Interstitial Pneumonia; Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic; Interstitial Pneumonias, Idiopathic; Pneumonia, Idiopathic Interstitial; Pneumonias, Idiopathic Interstitial