Pulmonary & Respiratory Medicine

Valentino M

Biography

Dr. Valentino M Professor in University Hospital of Parma, Italy, Italy. His research interest on Pulmonary Langerhans Cell Histocytosis (PLCH) is a smoke-related disease associated with cystic pattern. PLCH is characterized by infiltration of Langerhans cells in pulmonary interstitium with varying pathologic findings and depend on disease stage. The findings usually consist of a heterogeneous combination of lung nodules and cysts with upper lobes predominance. Notably, the HRCT pattern of PLCH is often striking and usually suggests confident diagnosis. Nevertheless, cases with atypical features can be seen. He has extended his valuable service as Assistant Professor and has been a recipient of many award and grants. His international experience includes various programs, contributions and participation in different countries for diverse fields of study.  His research interests as an Assistant Professor reflect in his wide range of publications in various national and international journals.                  

Research Interest

His reaserch interest on Pulmonary Langerhans Cell Histocytosis (PLCH) is a smoke-related disease associated with cystic pattern. PLCH is characterized by infiltration of Langerhans cells in pulmonary interstitium with varying pathologic findings and depend on disease stage. The findings usually consist of a heterogeneous combination of lung nodules and cysts with upper lobes predominance. Notably, the HRCT pattern of PLCH is often striking and usually suggests confident diagnosis. Nevertheless, cases with atypical features can be seen.

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