Tag: ARDS

  • Shock Lung

    Shock Lung: Definition and Description of Shock Lung: Shock Lung, medically known as Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), is a severe condition characterized by the rapid onset of widespread inflammation in the lungs. This condition occurs when the lungs are unable to provide sufficient oxygen to the body, often due to fluid accumulation in the…

  • ARDS

    ARDS Definition and Description of ARDS Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a severe inflammatory condition of the lungs primarily characterized by the rapid onset of respiratory failure. It occurs when the alveoli, the small air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange occurs, become damaged and fill with fluid. This leads to reduced oxygen…