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Last Update: 06/26/2023 03:56 PM
Current Deck: PA Summer 23 Seth::Clin Med III::03. Pulm::04. Pneumo, PE, Pleural Effusion, ARDS
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ARDS
- definition → diffuse inflammation of the lung resulting in {{c1::proteinaceous fluid buildup}}/pulmonary edema and respiratory failure refractory to increased FiO2
- pathophysiology
- increased {{c1::permeability}} of alveolar capillaries leading to {{c1::protein rich pulmonary edema}}, severe hypoxia
- causes → almost always {{c2::infection/trauma}}
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