Ventilator-Induced Lung Injury

Lung damage that is caused by the adverse effects of PULMONARY VENTILATOR usage. The high frequency and tidal volumes produced by a mechanical ventilator can cause alveolar disruption and PULMONARY EDEMA.

Year introduced: 2009

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Tree Number(s): C08.381.520.750

MeSH Unique ID: D055397

Entry Terms:

• Lung Injuries, Ventilator-Induced
• Ventilator-Induced Lung Injuries
• Ventilator Induced Lung Injury
• Lung Injury, Ventilator-Induced
• Lung Injury, Ventilator Induced

See Also:

• Ventilators, Mechanical

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Respiratory Tract Diseases
Lung Diseases
Lung Injury
Ventilator-Induced Lung Injury
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia