Definition: A syndrome characterized by progressive life-threatening RESPIRATORY INSUFFICIENCY in the absence of known LUNG DISEASES, usually following a systemic insult such as surgery or major TRAUMA.
RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME, NEWBORN is also available; do not confuse with SEVERE ACUTE RESPIRATORY SYNDROME
See AlsoAcute Chest Syndrome
Other names Shock Lung; Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Acute; Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome; Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome; ARDS, Human; Lung, Shock; Human ARDS; ARDSs, Human
