ARDS

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Treatment

Treatment for ARDS is initiated as soon as possible to reduce the risk for death and to help prevent additional damage to the lungs and other organs. The goal is to treat the underlying condition and keep the patient alive and breathing.


Mechanical Ventilation

In most cases, keeping the patient alive requires mechanical ventilation. With ARDS, the breathing muscles (i.e., diaphragm and other muscles in the chest) become fatigued very quickly and can stop working in their ef...Read the full article