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[Neurogenic pulmonary edema: five cases report].

C N Lin1, S L Howng, T H Kuo

  • 1Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Medical College, Taiwan Republic of China.

Gaoxiong Yi Xue Ke Xue Za Zhi = the Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences
|September 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Neurogenic pulmonary edema (NPE) following head injuries can present acutely or delayed, causing respiratory distress. Early diagnosis and intensive care are crucial, though central nervous system failure remains a significant mortality risk.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pulmonology
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Neurogenic pulmonary edema (NPE) is a rare but serious complication associated with central nervous system (CNS) injuries.
  • This condition can arise from various neurological insults, including traumatic brain injuries and neurosurgical procedures.

Observation:

  • Clinical manifestations of NPE include sudden onset of coughing, tachypnea, tachycardia, pink frothy sputum, cyanosis, confusion, and respiratory failure.
  • Pulmonary edema can be diffuse or localized, with onset ranging from hours to days post-injury.
  • Patients may require mechanical ventilation and positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) to manage hypoxemia.

Findings:

  • Treatment strategies involve managing intracranial pressure, diuresis, sedation, and sympathetic blockade.

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  • While 4 out of 5 patients showed symptom resolution within 24-48 hours of treatment, 4 patients ultimately succumbed due to CNS failure.
  • NPE can precipitate secondary neurological deterioration.

    • Implications:

    • Recognizing NPE in patients with CNS injuries is vital for timely intervention and potentially improving lung function recovery.
    • The high mortality rate underscores the severity of NPE and the need for vigilant monitoring in at-risk populations.
    • Clinicians should consider NPE as a potential complication in patients presenting with respiratory distress and CNS injury.