Ventilator-Induced Lung Injury

**Definition:** Lung damage that is caused by the adverse effects of PULMONARY VENTILATOR usage. The high frequency and tidal volumes produced by a mechanical ventilator can cause alveolar disruption and PULMONARY EDEMA.

**Tree numbers:** - C08.381.520.750

**Synonyms:** - Lung Injury, Ventilator-Induced