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| Disease found: | Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome |
| Current as of: | October 8, 2024 |
| Disease Overview: | Severe, acute lung dysfunction affecting all or most of both lungs that occurs as a result of illness or injury. [more info] |
| Signs and Symptoms: | Characterized by inflammation of the lungs, which may begin in one lung but eventually affects both. [more info] |
| Diagnosis: | Based on the presence of respiratory distress accompanied by low levels of oxygen in the blood and the presence of known risk factors such as sepsis, pneumonia, or trauma. [more info] |
| Treatment: | Mechanical ventilation, supplemental oxygen, prone positioning, use of paralytics, fluid management and a technique called positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP). [more info] |
| Clinical Management: | Continued treatment of the original illness or injury. [more info] |
| Referral: | ~ 60 US-based physicans [more info]. Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health. |
| Clinical Trials: | No trials available. [more info] |