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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D017563
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D017563
Preferred Name

Lung Diseases, Interstitial

Definitions
A diverse group of lung diseases that affect the lung parenchyma. They are characterized by an initial inflammation of PULMONARY ALVEOLI that extends to the interstitium and beyond leading to diffuse PULMONARY FIBROSIS. Interstitial lung diseases are classified by their etiology (known or unknown causes), and radiological-pathological features.
Synonyms
Pneumonias, Interstitial
Interstitial Pneumonitis
Pneumonitis, Interstitial
Pneumonitides, Interstitial
Interstitial Lung Disease
Interstitial Pneumonitides
Lung Disease, Interstitial
Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Diseases
Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
Interstitial Lung Diseases
Interstitial Pneumonias
Pneumonia, Interstitial
Interstitial Pneumonia
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