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Sarcoidosis: a state of the art review from the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand

Description

Sarcoidosis is a systemic granulomatous disease of unknown aetiology, primarily affecting the lungs and lymphatic systems, although any organ may be involved. The management of sarcoidosis can be challenging, despite new developments in diagnostic techniques and biological agents for treatment.

This review discusses the developments in the understanding of its pathology, diagnosis and management.

 


Details

  1. Outline the current understandings of sarcoidosis and highlight the need for further research based on this educational resource summary by the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand   
  2. List and explain some of the most commonly used diagnostic procedures    
  3. Know of the management of sarcoidosis and become aware of drugs choices for long-term treatment pathways

 

Authors: Hasib Ahmadzai, Shuying Huang, Chris Steinfort, James Markos, Roger KA Allen, Denis Wakefield, Margaret Wilsher, Paul S Thomas

Article Type: Narrative review

 

CPD Activity Details
Provider
Domain
Educational Activities
Type
General Learning
Activity
Professional reading
CPD Hours
1h : 0m
Topic
Anatomy and Physiology
Audience
Medical practitioners
Applicable CAPE Aspects
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Effective Year

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*Medical Board of Australia’s (MBA)’s revised Registration Standard: Continuing professional development (the Standard)