Acute Lung Injury & Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

摘要

Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and acute lung injury (ALI) are two syndromes that are unique to the respiratory system. ALI is an inflammatory disorder of the lungs, and the most severe forms are known as ARDS. In the past 20 years, veterinary medicine has given recognition to both syndromes. Unfortunately, the mortality rate remains around 99-100%. For patients to have a chance at survival, early detection is imperative and treatment must be aggressive. Technicians have an important role in alerting veterinarians to any changes in respiratory status and ultimately initiating treatment on patients.