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Asbestosis — DOccMed MCQ

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A 65-year-old retired insulation engineer with progressive breathlessness, clubbing, bilateral pleural plaques. HRCT shows basal honeycombing, traction bronchiectasis, ground-glass change. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: E — Asbestosis with progressive pulmonary fibrosis

HRCT findings indicate established fibrosis. Combined with exposure history and pleural plaques, this is asbestosis. Clubbing supports parenchymal disease.

Reference: BTS Asbestos Guidelines; IIDB