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Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a group of conditions that cause scarring, called fibrosis or inflammation of the lungs, and gradually interferes with breathing. The Interstitial Lung Disease Center of Excellence at UCSF Medical Center is a full-service consultative center specializing in the care of people with interstitial lung disease. We provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment as well as guidance to patients and providers regarding the management of the disease.
World-renowned lung specialists, chest radiologists and pathologists work as a team to diagnose and design the most effective treatment plan for your condition. Our experts also work closely with referring doctors and in some cases, the UCSF Lung Transplant Center for patients who may benefit from a lung transplant to manage their disease.
We treat over 200 types of interstitial lung disease, such as:
Although there are many known causes of ILD, in some cases, the cause is unknown and there is no effective therapy. Our experts are at the forefront of research to better understand interstitial lung disease and develop new treatments.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call:
Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic (415) 353-2961
Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated January 30, 2008
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