Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis — SCE Respiratory MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Whole-lung lavage in a specialist centre
Autoimmune pulmonary alveolar proteinosis with symptomatic gas-transfer impairment is treated with whole-lung lavage in specialist centres. TB treatment and pleural aspiration address different diseases. Inhaled corticosteroids and lung volume reduction do not remove alveolar surfactant accumulation.
Reference: ERS Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis guidance