Facts About Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) - Diseases and Conditions Index

Written for the lay public, this fact sheet provides you with comprehensive information on Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Explains how this life-threatening condition results from severe fluid buildup in both lungs; this in turn hampers proper functioning of the lungs, restricting the transfer of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and air. Explains the causes of the condition, stages in its progression, organs that may effected, who is at risk, signs, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, treatments, and more. Contains links to other online and offline resources.

Facts About Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) - Diseases and Conditions Index. NIH Item Number 06-5701. 2006. 12 pages. Color, 8.5 in. X 11 in., English.

Item number

06-5701

Pages

12

Current copy: nhlbi.nih.gov