Medicina intensiva
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Evidence only proves low surpasses high tidal volume (V T) for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Intermediate V T is a common setting for ARDS patients and has been demonstrated as effective as low V T in non-ARDS patients. The effectiveness of intermediate V T in ARDS has not been studied and is the objective of this study. ⋯ Intermediate V T, with its outcomes similar to small V T, is an acceptable option for ventilated ARDS patients. This conclusion needs verification through clinical trials.