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Revision as of 23:36, 24 September 2012

Synonyms and keywords: Acute interstitial pneumonia; HR syndrome

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 ==Overview==
-== Treatment ==
-Treatment of HR syndrome is primarily supportive. Management in an [[intensive care unit]] is required and the need for [[mechanical ventilation]] is common. Therapy with [[corticosteroids]] is generally attempted, though their usefulness has not been established as of 2005.
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