Neurogenic pulmonary oedema.
Neurogenic pulmonary oedema is a not uncommon condition with a mortality that may exceed 90%. A fatal case in a 17-month-old child is reported. The literature is reviewed and current theories of the pathogenesis presented. Suggestions are made on how the condition might best be managed.
D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D011654:Pulmonary Edema / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D012121:Respiration, Artificial; D012151:Resuscitation