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Lung Overexpansion Injury
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Summary
Lung Overexpansion Injury
, often associated with
Mechanical Ventilation
, occurs when the alveoli are overstretched, leading to
Potential Damage
such as pneumothorax or volutrauma.
Proper management
includes
Careful Monitoring
of
Ventilator Settings
, particularly
Tidal Volume
and pressure, to prevent
Excessive lung inflation
.
Concepts
Mechanical Ventilation
Alveolar Overdistension
Pneumothorax
Volutrauma
Tidal Volume
Positive End-expiratory Pressure (PEEP)
Barotrauma
Ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI)
Compliance
Respiratory Mechanics
Pulmonary Barotrauma
Relevant Degrees
Trauma and Wounds 100%
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