Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema

Abstract

Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema (NCPE) is a specific form of pulmonary edema that results from an increase in permeability of the normal alveolar-capillary barrier. Numerous underlying disease processes have been associated with this form of edema, including systemic inflammation and severe neurologic stimulation. A complete understanding of the etiologies and mechanisms of development of NCPE is necessary to help outline a proper therapeutic plan for patients that may develop this serious complication.