Hereditary angioedema presenting with adult respiratory distress syndrome.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) could be related to upper airway obstruction. Mechanical obstruction and complement activation could lead to ARDS development. We describe a patient with hereditary angioedema, laryngeal edema, and ARDS.
Medical subject headings
- Angioedema
- Laryngeal Edema
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome