Corticosteroids for acute respiratory distress syndrome

BMJ. 2008 May 3;336(7651):969-70. doi: 10.1136/bmj.39553.408924.80. Epub 2008 Apr 23.

Abstract

Avoid corticosteroids for prophylaxis; possibly use them for treatment

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Respiratory Distress Syndrome / drug therapy*
  • Respiratory Distress Syndrome / prevention & control

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones