It Is Time to Get to Know the Neuroendocrine Cell Hyperplasia of Infancy

In the two decades that have elapsed since the initial proposal of neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia of infancy (NEHI), several hundred cases have been reported and researched. However, a comprehensive analysis of research progress remains absent from the literature. The present article endeavors to evaluate the current progress of NEHI research and offer a reference for the clinical management of this condition. Neuroendocrine cell hyperplasia of infancy (NEHI) is a common form of childhood interstitial lung disease. A high-resolution CT scan is a useful and major imaging approach for assisting in diagnosis. The major characteristics of NEHI on CT are the presence of typical ground glass opacities and air trapping. An accurate diagnosis is the key to guiding appropriate clinical management.image