Oxygen desaturation below 88% during 6MWT and a progressive decline in diffusion capacity for carbon monoxide of more than 15% on PFT during a 6-month period are strong predictors of increased mortality in patients with IPF. In addition, dyspnea is a common symptom of the disease and has been associated with a poorer prognosis.
Although the other entities may be seen in patients with IPF, they have not been demonstrated to be strong predictors of mortality.
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Cite this: Guy W. Soo Hoo. Fast Five Quiz: Diagnosing Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Medscape - Feb 04, 2021.
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