ventilator-induced lung injury

Ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) occurs when mechanical ventilation, used to help patients breathe, inadvertently harms the lungs. This can happen due to excessive pressure or volume delivered by the ventilator, causing inflammation and other damage to lung tissue. VILI is particularly a concern for patients with pre-existing lung conditions, as their lungs may already be compromised. Managing ventilator settings carefully and using protective ventilation strategies can help reduce the risk of VILI, ensuring that while patients receive necessary respiratory support, their lung health is also preserved as much as possible.