Complex Diagnoses in Respiratory Distress

This chapter explores the intricate evaluation of a critically ill 61-year-old patient with severe respiratory symptoms and significant lab abnormalities. The healthcare team discusses a comprehensive diagnostic approach, highlighting the potential causes of the patient's condition, including infectious, autoimmune, and iatrogenic factors. Emphasizing the need for collaboration and advanced diagnostic techniques, the discussion sheds light on the complexities of treating conditions like pulmonary renal vasculitis and culture-negative endocarditis.