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    • Critical care medicine
    • Pulmonary medicine
    • Respiratory therapy

    Background:

    • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a frequent complication in critically ill patients.
    • Pathophysiological lung changes in ARDS necessitate advanced respiratory support strategies.
    • Alveolar mobilization (recruitment) maneuvers represent a key therapeutic intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the efficacy of alveolar recruitment maneuvers in ARDS.
    • To identify optimal parameters for performing recruitment maneuvers.
    • To address the need for evidence-based clinical guidelines.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing studies on alveolar recruitment maneuvers in ARDS.
    • Analysis of pathophysiological changes associated with ARDS.
    • Evaluation of oxygenation improvements and potential complications.

    Main Results:

    • Alveolar recruitment maneuvers significantly enhance oxygenation in ARDS patients.
    • These maneuvers carry risks, including barotrauma and reduced cardiac output.
    • Current data highlight the need for refined protocols.

    Conclusions:

    • Alveolar recruitment maneuvers are effective but require careful application.
    • Further research is crucial for developing precise clinical guidelines.
    • Defining "who," "when," and "how" to perform these maneuvers is essential for safe and effective patient care.