idiopathic pneumonia syndrome

Definition / meaning of idiopathic pneumonia syndrome

A set of pneumonia-like symptoms (such as fever, chills, coughing, and breathing problems) that occur with no sign of infection in the lung. Idiopathic pneumonia syndrome is a serious condition that can occur after a stem cell transplant.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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