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What is the diagnostic approach to interstitial lung disease - when is HRCT sufficient vs surgical lung biopsy needed?

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60-year-old male with progressive exertional dyspnea, dry cough for 1 year. HRCT shows basal bilateral honeycombing with traction bronchiectasis. No identifiable cause. How do I approach the diagnosis of ILD and when is lung biopsy warranted?

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