[Diagnosis of pulmonary sarcoidosis using high-resolution computed tomography]

Abstract

This report deals with 24 patients with pulmonary manifestations of sarcoidosis who were examined by means of high-resolution computed tomography. The characteristic findings were rounded masses of all sizes and shapes. Other findings were ground glass opacities and thickened septal walls. In the advanced stage fibrous strands and intrapulmonary cavities could be seen. High-resolution tomography allows better detection of fine granulomas and better recognition of their anatomic relationship to the pulmonary substructures, facilitating differential diagnosis against other interstitial lung diseases.