All of the following statement are true regarding asbestosis except:
Asbestosis exists in 2 diff forms: - 1. Amphibole - it is straight fiber - goes directly into lungs 2. Chrysotile - Serpentile Appearance - gets trap in upper airway Asbestosis is heavy paicle, therefore disease begins with the base of the lung. Mesothelioma is most specific Carcinoma associated with asbestosis M/C Ca associated - Bronchogenic Ca Initial manifestation - Pleural plaques then fibrosis
Amphiboles are more pathogenic
It begins in a upper zone
Can cause mesothelioma
Pulmonary hypeension may be seen
Interstitial lung diseases