Approach to interstitial lung disease (diffuse parenchymal lung disease) Quiz: Ace Your Exams
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A 38-year-old woman presents to the clinic for progressive shortness of breath over the past six months, particularly when climbing stairs and walking uphill. She also has a persistent dry cough. She has a past medical history of gastroesophageal reflux disease and Raynaud phenomenon, which are well controlled with pantoprazole and cold avoidance, respectively. She works as an attorney and has not been exposed to environmental chemicals or irritants. Temperature is 37ºC (98.6°F), heart rate is 88/min, blood pressure is 125/94 mmHg, respiratory rate is 16/min, and oxygen saturation is 96% on room air. Auscultation of the lungs reveals crackles at both lung bases. Muscle strength is 5/5 in the upper and lower extremities bilaterally. Laboratory studies are shown below. A high-resolution computed tomography (CT) scan of the chest shows bilateral lower lung zones with ground glass opacities, reticulations, and traction bronchiectasis without significant honeycombing. Which of the following skin examination findings is most likely to be seen in this patient given the likely underlying condition?
| Laboratory value | Result |
| Antinuclear antibody | Positive |
| Anti-topoisomerase I (anti-Scl-70) antibody | Positive |
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