Dynamic models of ARDS lung mechanics for optimal patient ventilation

Mechanical ventilation is often used to treat patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). However, the optimal setting is still controversial, and physicians often rely on experience and intuition. The purpose of this research is to develop a model of the essential lung mechanics to help determining the optimal ventilator setting in clinical situations. The model is a compilation of physiologically based mechanics parameters, which are adjustable to represent patient specific conditions. Further investigation improvements are required, however it shows good initial for eventual clinical use.

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