Immune System Malfunctions Distinguish COVID-19 Patients with ARDS
Patients with severe COVID-19 who develop ARDS have malfunctions in their immune systems that distinguish them from other COVID-19 patients.
Patients with severe COVID-19 who develop ARDS have malfunctions in their immune systems that distinguish them from other COVID-19 patients.
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Mechanical ventilation is a life-saving technology, but the inevitable decision to wean a patient off of a ventilator requires a skillful combination of proven protocols, reliable technology, and teamwork between RTs and physicians.
Philips is working with leading medical centers to help respond to COVID-19 by increasing patients’ involvement in their care with the Philips Patient Management Solution.
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