What is the role of CT in ARDS?

  • Diagnosis:
    • Diagnosis of ARDS typical findings (use must always be weighed against the difficulties and risks of moving patients)
    • Quantification of severity
    • Diagnosis of the underlying cause
  • Detection of complications:
    • Pneumothorax
    • Pneumomediastinum
    • Pulmonary embolism
    • Pulmonary cavitation
  • PEEP targeting:
    • Assessment of recruitment and hyperinflation