Exogenous Lipoid Pneumonia
Radiologic Findings
Chest radiograph shows patchy areas of consolidation in both lungs. HRCT scans show geographic distribution of ground glass attenuation area. Areas of poorly defined centrilobular nodules are also seen. The lesion are predominant in lower and dependent lung.
She has a history of repeated injestion
of shark liver oil (squalene), which is known as a restorative in Korea.
Transbronchial
lung biopsy revealed fibrinous clot with foam cell collection.
Brief Discussion
Uncommon condition that results from aspiration or inhalation of fat-like material (ex. Shark liver oil)
B.
consolidation pattern - taking squalene for several months
C.
interstitial thickening pattern - taking squalene for more than 1 year