A condition of lung damage that is characterized by bilateral pulmonary infiltrates (PULMONARY EDEMA) rich in NEUTROPHILS, and in the absence of clinical HEART FAILURE. This can represent a spectrum of pulmonary lesions, endothelial and epithelial, due to numerous factors (physical, chemical, or biological).
Synonyms: Acute Lung Injuries, Lung Injury, Acute, Lung Injuries, Acute, Acute Lung Injury
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2009; see RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME, ADULT 1994-2008 ,2009; use RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME, ADULT 1994-2008
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D055371
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