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Investigations

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Investigations in suspected cases of amiodarone lung include:

  • chest radiography:
    • hyperinflation
    • ground glass reticular pattern

  • lung function tests show a restrictive defect

  • broncho-alveolar lavage excludes infection and malignancy and may demonstrate increased lymphocyte, polymorphonuclear cell and foamy macrophage counts

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