Alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency. 7: Computed tomographic imaging in alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency

Thorax. 2004 Nov;59(11):986-91. doi: 10.1136/thorax.2003.006569.

Abstract

Computed tomographic scanning may replace lung function tests as the golden standard for assessing the response to known and novel treatments for alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Disease Progression
  • Humans
  • Pulmonary Emphysema / diagnostic imaging*
  • Pulmonary Emphysema / pathology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / methods*
  • alpha 1-Antitrypsin Deficiency / diagnostic imaging*