Tag: lung damage

  • Giant Cell Interstitial Pneumonia

    Giant Cell Interstitial Pneumonia Definition and Description of Giant Cell Interstitial Pneumonia Giant Cell Interstitial Pneumonia (GCIP) is a rare and severe form of lung disease characterized by the infiltration of giant cells and other inflammatory cells in the lung interstitium. This condition is often associated with significant pulmonary symptoms and can lead to potential…

  • ARDS

    ARDS Definition and Description of ARDS Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a severe inflammatory condition of the lungs primarily characterized by the rapid onset of respiratory failure. It occurs when the alveoli, the small air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs, become damaged and fill with fluid. This leads to reduced oxygen…