Severe pulmonary dysfunction following acute respiratory distress syndrome.

Smith, H R; Sinclair, D G · Postgrad Med J · 1996

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Recovery of lung function following the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is thought to be related to the severity of the initial insult. We report a case demonstrating virtually complete functional recovery following severe ARDS. The significance of this and the need for comprehensive follow-up of such patients is discussed.

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