Which of the following is found almost universally in patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD)?

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Decreased compliance of the lungs is a common finding in patients with interstitial lung disease. This is due to the stiffening of lung tissue caused by inflammation and scarring, which can lead to reduced lung function and difficulty breathing. Airway dilation, bronchoconstriction, and compensatory cytokine release are not necessarily universal findings in ILD patients.

Which of the Following Is Found Almost Universally in Patients