lung protective strategy

Lung protective strategy is a careful approach to help prevent lung damage, especially during mechanical ventilation in critically ill patients. It involves using gentler breathing support, such as lower pressures and volumes, to avoid over-distending the lungs. This reduces the risk of lung injury, inflammation, and complications like ventilator-associated lung injury. The goal is to ensure the lungs are supported enough to oxygenate and remove carbon dioxide effectively, while minimizing stress and damage, promoting healing, and improving overall outcomes.