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Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia: A Case Report.
Mohammed Sameer Kundale1, Pragati Rao D2, Nirantha S P3
1Junior Resident, Department of Respiratory Medicine, M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Orcid: https://orcid.org/0009-0001-7448-6707, Corresponding Author.
The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|September 16, 2025
Summary
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia (COP) is a lung disease causing respiratory failure. Early diagnosis and corticosteroid treatment are key for recovery and preventing complications.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Interstitial Lung Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia (COP) is an idiopathic interstitial lung disease.
- It obstructs airways and alveoli, potentially leading to respiratory failure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a case of COP mimicking community-acquired pneumonia.
- To highlight the diagnostic challenges and treatment efficacy.
Main Methods:
- Case report of a 63-year-old female with persistent respiratory symptoms.
- High-resolution CT (HRCT) scans and CT-guided lung biopsy were performed.
- Diagnosis confirmed via multidisciplinary discussion.
Main Results:
- Patient initially treated for community-acquired pneumonia without improvement.
- HRCT and biopsy revealed characteristic findings of COP.
- Corticosteroid therapy led to significant clinical and radiological improvement.
Conclusions:
- COP should be considered in non-resolving pneumonia cases.
- A multidisciplinary approach is vital for accurate diagnosis.
- Corticosteroids are effective in managing COP and preventing fibrosis.
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