What Is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome?
2. Causes
ARDS happens when fluid leaks from blood vessels into the alveoli, and there are numerous reasons why this can happen. One of these is a serious injury to the chest area. Brain damage, which can affect the functioning of the lungs, is another potential cause. Inhaling substances that can cause damage to the lungs can also cause ARDS.
Other potential causes are pancreatitis and large-scale blood transfusions. Sepsis, which is an infection of the bloodstream, is the most common cause of the condition. Severe cases of pneumonia are another potential cause, and people with COVID-19 are also prone to developing acute respiratory distress syndrome.
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