TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS15,16

Although there are no currently approved therapies for SLE-ILD, corticosteroids or other immunosuppressants are often used empirically.

LUNG TRANSPLANTATION16

Typically used as a life-saving approach in patients with end-stage ILD disease.

SUPPORTIVE CARE17,18

  • Smoking Cessation
  • Weight Control
  • Physical Exercise
  • Vaccinations

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