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The pathogenesis of emphysema.

D C Flenley, I Downing, A P Greening

    Bulletin Europeen De Physiopathologie Respiratoire
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Emphysema, a lung disorder, involves enlarged air spaces. While diagnosed pathologically, new CT scans offer non-invasive detection and measurement of emphysema lesions in living individuals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pulmonary Medicine
    • Pathology
    • Radiology

    Background:

    • Emphysema is characterized by enlarged air spaces distal to terminal bronchioles.
    • Pathological diagnosis is definitive, but non-invasive methods are sought.
    • The protease/antiprotease theory explains emphysema pathogenesis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the pathogenesis of emphysema.
    • To discuss the role of quantitative CT methods in diagnosing and monitoring emphysema.
    • To explore the protease/antiprotease theory and its implications.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on emphysema pathogenesis and diagnosis.
    • Discussion of quantitative computed tomography (CT) techniques.
    • Analysis of the protease/antiprotease theory, including cellular and molecular mechanisms.

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    Main Results:

    • Quantitative CT methods show promise for non-invasive diagnosis, quantification, and localization of emphysema.
    • Cigarette smoke initiates a cascade involving macrophages and neutrophils, releasing proteolytic enzymes.
    • Alpha 1-antitrypsin normally protects against these enzymes but can be inactivated by oxidants.

    Conclusions:

    • Despite advances, the reason why not all smokers develop emphysema remains unknown.
    • Further research is needed to understand the variability in factors contributing to emphysema pathogenesis.
    • Quantitative CT offers a valuable tool for studying emphysema in vivo.