Acute Respiratory Distress C0748355
A life-threatening lung condition causing severe breathing difficulty. Requires intensive care and often mechanical ventilation.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- J80
- ICD-11
- CA00.0
- Body system
- respiratory
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest pain
Altered mental status
Severe dyspnea
(respiratory)Shortness of breath or cough
(respiratory)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Varies
Cough
(respiratory)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Lung-Protective Mechanical Ventilation
Low tidal volume ventilation strategy to minimize ventilator-induced lung injury while maintaining adequate oxygenation. Uses evidence-based protocols to prevent further pulmonary damage in critically ill patients.
Respiratory therapy and management
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Prone Positioning
Systematic repositioning of patients onto their abdomen to improve oxygenation through better ventilation-perfusion matching. This reduces dorsal lung compression and enhances secretion clearance.
When to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Acute Respiratory Distress C0748355?
Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]
generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Thompson BT, Chambers RC, Liu KD. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Clinical Practice Guidelines. N Engl J Med. 2023;389(23):2156-2166.
Fanelli V, Ranieri VM, Gattinoni L. Lung Protective Ventilation in ARDS: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Lancet Respir Med. 2021;9(8):889-899.
Papazian L, Forel JM, Gacouin A, et al. Neuromuscular Blockers in Early ARDS: A Randomized Controlled Trial. N Engl J Med. 2010;363(12):1107-1116.
Ware LB, Matthay MA. The Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2022;206(2):152-160.
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