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Refined Murine Model of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Published on: June 17, 2025
Advances in novel therapeutics for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Menghao Li1, Bokun Chen1, Xinhui Zhang1
1The Second Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang City, 050000, China.
Abstract:
IPF is a chronic, progressive interstitial lung disease characterized by irreversible lung scarring, leading to exertional dyspnea and a gradual decline in pulmonary function. Its pathogenesis involves multiple mechanisms, including chronic inflammation, aberrant cytokine signaling, and alveolar epithelial injury. Currently, IPF remains incurable, and treatment primarily aims to slow disease progression and improve survival. This paper systematically reviews recent clinical trials of novel IPF drug therapies that have demonstrated promising efficacy, aiming to inform future drug development.
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