What Is Acute Chest Syndrome?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Treatment
If treatment for acute chest syndrome is not found in time then there is a high chance that the patient will die. The patient is also likely to need to remain in hospital, perhaps even in intensive care. They may be given an oxygen mask to help them breathe, and a ventilator may be deemed necessary in the more severe cases.
Some cases will also need a blood transfusion. This allows for healthy red blood cells to be given to the patient, thus meaning their blood can carry the oxygen that it needs. If there is an infection present then medication may be administered to help overcome the infection.
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