[Chronic eosinophilic pneumonia: imaging findings].

Area of Science:

• Pulmonology
• Radiology
• Pathology

Background:

• Chronic eosinophilic pneumonia (CEP) is an idiopathic inflammatory lung condition.
• Characterized by eosinophilic infiltration of the alveoli and interstitium.
• CEP presents a distinct, though often subtle, radiological profile.

Observation:

• A case of a woman diagnosed with CEP is presented.
• Radiological findings included consolidations and peripheral ground-glass opacities in upper lobes.
• Additional observations noted band-like opacities, septal thickening, and mediastinal lymphadenopathy.

Findings:

• The tomographic pattern of CEP is key to diagnosis.
• Peripheral consolidations and ground-glass opacities are characteristic findings.
• Mediastinal lymph nodes and interlobular septal thickening are also relevant indicators.

Implications:

• Accurate identification of CEP's radiological features is crucial for timely diagnosis.
• Understanding CEP's presentation aids in differentiating it from other interstitial lung diseases.
• This case contributes to the literature on CEP's clinical and imaging characteristics.