Acute exacerbation of interstitial lung diseases and mortality post-cryobiopsy: a multicenter cohort study.

This study provides significant insights into AE-ILD following cryobiopsy, underscoring the need for careful patient selection and procedural assessment. While cryobiopsy may offer a safer alternative to surgical lung biopsy in specific patient cohorts, the elevated risk of AE-ILD necessitates further research to optimize patient outcomes and procedural safety.