Alveoli and Ventilator-induced Lung Injury
Microscopic tissue damage in the alveoli during mechanical ventilation can lead to ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI).
Microscopic tissue damage in the alveoli during mechanical ventilation can lead to ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI).
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Respiratory failure due to hypoxemia and/or hypercapnia calls for oxygen therapy, positive pressure support, and possibly ventilatory support. Care for these patients may escalate and require higher flow, FiO2, and more complex devices and intensive monitoring.