Das akute Lungenversagen – Pulmonale Reparatur und therapeutische Optionen

Abstract

The acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is characterized by inflammation evoked pulmonary edema, hyaline membranes, diffuse endothelial and epithelial injury, and fibrosis. For survival to occur lung repair is required. This review explores recent advances in the field of fibroproliferation with emphasis on cellular and soluble factors, mechanisms involved in lung repair, and genetic factors which influence severity and survival in ARDS.