- One of the first dedicated resources focused on pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome
- Supplemented with numerous illustrations and tables to facilitate ease of use
- Written by experts in the field
This book provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (PARDS). The text reviews the emerging science behind the new PARDS definition; explores epidemiology, pathobiology, etiologies, and risk factors; reviews state-of-the-art treatment modalities and strategies; and discusses clinical outcomes.
Written by experts in the field,
Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A Clinical Guide is a valuable resource for clinicians and practitioners who specialize in pediatric critical care.
Table of Contents- The History of ARDS and the Need for a Pediatric Definition
- Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Definition and Epidemiology
- Pathobiology of the Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Risk Factors and Etiologies of Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Imaging and Monitoring in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Conventional Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Non-conventional Mechanical Ventilation for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: High-frequency Oscillatory Ventilation and Airway Pressure Release Ventilation
- Ventilator Weaning and Extubation Strategies for Children with PARDS
- Non-Invasive Respiratory Support in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Ancillary Pulmonary Treatments for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Sedation, Analgesia and Neuromuscular Blockade in PARDS
- Fluids, Nutrition, and Acute Kidney Injury in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Heart-Lung Interactions and Cardiovascular Support in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Immunocompromised Patients
- ECMO for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Clinical Outcomes in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
