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Interstitial lung disease (ILD), also known as diffuse parenchymal lung disease (DPLD), refers to a group of lung diseases that affect the tissue and space around the air sacs in the lungs. ILD involves changes to the alveolar epithelium, blood vessels, and connective tissue between the air sacs. It is distinguished from obstructive lung diseases that affect the airways. ILD has various causes including inhaled substances like asbestos, organic dusts, medications, connective tissue diseases, and infections.
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