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  • Pulmonology
  • Respiratory Physiology

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  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a significant cause of death in critically ill patients.
  • Mechanical ventilation is essential for managing ARDS and preventing further lung injury.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence-based mechanical ventilatory strategies for ARDS.
  • To discuss ventilatory adjuncts and their role in ARDS management.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on mechanical ventilation in ARDS.
  • Analysis of evidence for various ventilatory strategies and adjuncts.

Main Results:

  • Low tidal volumes, low plateau pressures, low fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2), optimized positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP), and prone ventilation reduce ARDS morbidity and mortality.
  • The efficacy of non-invasive ventilation, recruitment maneuvers, esophageal pressure monitoring, and extracorporeal support in ARDS requires further clarification.

Conclusions:

  • Established mechanical ventilation strategies are vital for improving ARDS patient outcomes.
  • Further research is needed to clarify the role of emerging ventilatory strategies and adjuncts in ARDS management.