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Effects of surfactant replacement on alveolar overdistension and plasma cytokines in ventilator-induced lung injury.
Author: CuiX, KobayashiT, LiW, QianH, ShiW, WanQ, WuH
Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Overdistension of the lung causes ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) accompanied by surfactant abnormalities and inflammatory changes. We investigated the effects of surfactant replacement on overdistension of the terminal airspaces and plasma cytokine levels in VILI. METHODS: VILI w...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1399-6576.2009.02124.x
データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）
Surfactant's Role in Ventilator-Induced Lung Injury: A Tale of Two Strategies
Ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) is a serious complication that can occur in patients requiring mechanical ventilation. This research investigates the role of surfactant, a substance that reduces surface tension in the lungs, in preventing VILI. The researchers induced VILI in rats and then compared the effects of surfactant replacement on alveolar overdistension and plasma cytokine levels. This research provides valuable insights into the potential benefits of surfactant therapy for managing VILI.
Surfactant's Influence on Lung Injury
The researchers found that surfactant replacement effectively reversed alveolar overdistension, which is a key factor in VILI. However, they also found that surfactant replacement did not significantly reduce the levels of inflammatory cytokines, suggesting that surfactant therapy may not be sufficient to fully address the inflammatory component of VILI. This research highlights the complex nature of VILI and the need for further research to develop more comprehensive treatment strategies.
Navigating the Desert of Lung Injury
This research offers valuable insights into the role of surfactant in VILI. It's like discovering a hidden oasis of knowledge in the desert of lung injury! While surfactant replacement shows promise for preventing alveolar overdistension, further research is needed to develop strategies to manage the inflammatory aspects of VILI. This research underscores the importance of understanding the complex mechanisms underlying VILI to develop more effective treatment strategies.
Dr.Camel's Conclusion
This study highlights the potential of surfactant replacement for preventing alveolar overdistension in VILI, but also suggests the need for further research to develop comprehensive strategies to manage the inflammatory component of this complex condition. It's like discovering a hidden oasis of knowledge in the desert of lung injury! This research underscores the importance of understanding the complex mechanisms underlying VILI to develop more effective treatment strategies.
Date :
- Date Completed 2010-07-15
- Date Revised 2013-11-21
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