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Philippe Camus, M.D.
Dijon, France
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Corticosteroids, systemic (oral, parenteral)
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22/11/2014
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Identify causative drugs
Diagnosing DIRD
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Drug and radiation history
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Drug singularity - Correct identification of the drug
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Consistent timing of exposure v. onset of symptoms
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Clinical, imaging, BAL, pathological pattern consistent with the specific drug
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Careful exlusion of another cause
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Remission of symptoms with removal of drug
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Recurrence with rechallenge (rarely advisable)
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Causality assessment
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Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
Budesonide (p.o.)
Corticosteroids, inhaled (ICS)
Methylprednisolone
Prednisone
Salt (NaCl)
Publications
Glucocorticoid Exposure and Fracture Risk in a Cohort of US Patients With Selected Conditions.
Reduced Bone Density and Vertebral Fractures in Smokers. Men and COPD Patients at Increased Risk.
Relationship of lung function to severity of osteoporosis in women.
