Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Lemierre’s Syndrome
Joint Authors
Hein, Paul N.
Bhangoo, Munveer S.
Soghikian, Maida V.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2014, Issue 2014 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2014-07-20
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Lemierre’s syndrome is an infectious disease defined by the presence of septic thrombophlebitis with associated embolic phenomenon, most commonly to the lungs.
Here we present two cases from a single institution of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) developing as a result of Lemierre’s syndrome in previously healthy young adult men.
ARDS can occur as a consequence of pulmonary septic emboli and sepsis, both of which are well-described consequences of Lemierre’s syndrome.
We describe important diagnostic and management considerations in the care of patients with hypoxemic respiratory failure and Lemierre’s syndrome.
Essential components of management include prompt antibiotic therapy, lung-protective ventilation strategies, and supportive care.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hein, Paul N.& Soghikian, Maida V.& Bhangoo, Munveer S.. 2014. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Lemierre’s Syndrome. Case Reports in Critical Care،Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-492588
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hein, Paul N.…[et al.]. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Lemierre’s Syndrome. Case Reports in Critical Care No. 2014 (2014), pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-492588
American Medical Association (AMA)
Hein, Paul N.& Soghikian, Maida V.& Bhangoo, Munveer S.. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in Lemierre’s Syndrome. Case Reports in Critical Care. 2014. Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-492588
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-492588