Revising ARDS Definitions for Better Patient Care

This chapter emphasizes the necessity of distinguishing various definitions of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) to enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes. It discusses the implications of these definitions for patient management, including innovative treatment strategies and the importance of subphenotyping. The authors advocate for a global, adaptable ARDS definition that can be effectively utilized in diverse healthcare settings to promote health equity.