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Research from M. Licker et al broadens understanding of edema

Published in Blood Weekly, May 15th, 2008

Current study results from the report, 'Aerosolized salbutamol accelerates the resolution of pulmonary edema after lung resection,' have been published. "Ischemia-reperfusion injuries, fluid overload, and cardiac insufficiency may all contribute to alveolar and interstitial lung edema. We hypothesized that aerosolized salbutamol would reduce extravascular lung water and improve oxygenation after lung resection by stimulating epithelial fluid clearance and cardiovascular function," scientists in Switzerland report.

"Blinded, randomized, cross-over trial. We selected 24 patients with risk factors for lung edema. Aerosolized drugs (salbutamol, 5 mg; vs ipratropium, 0.5 mg)...

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