Ventilatory Management of Acute Lung Injury and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

CONTEXT: The acute lung injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome are critical illnesses associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Mechanical ventilation is the cornerstone of supportive therapy. However, despite several important advances, the optimal strategy for ventilation and adjunctive therapies for patients with acute lung injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome is still evolving. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION: To identify …