This book provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (PARDS). The text reviews the emerging science behind the new PARDS definition; explores epidemiology, pathobiology, etiologies, and risk factors; reviews state-of-the-art treatment modalities and strategies; and discusses clinical outcomes.
Written by experts in the field, Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A Clinical Guide is a valuable resource for clinicians and practitioners who specialize in pediatric critical care.

The History of ARDS and the Need for a Pediatric Definition

Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Definition and Epidemiology
Pathobiology of the Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Risk Factors and Etiologies of Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Imaging and Monitoring in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Conventional Mechanical Ventilation in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Non-conventional Mechanical Ventilation for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: High-frequency Oscillatory Ventilation and Airway Pressure Release Ventilation
Ventilator Weaning and Extubation Strategies for Children with PARDS
Non-Invasive Respiratory Support in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Ancillary Pulmonary Treatments for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Analgesia, Sedation and Neuromuscular Blockade in PARDS
Fluids, Nutrition, and Acute Kidney Injury in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Heart-Lung Interactions and Cardiovascular Support in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Immunocompromised Patients
ECMO for Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Clinical Outcomes in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome.