Management of Chlorine-Induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome with Noninvasive Ventilation and Prone Positioning: A Case Study

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Chlorine exposure from disinfectants can lead to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), primarily affecting the respiratory system.
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A 76-year-old man developed moderate ARDS after inhaling chlorine gas from a trichloroisocyanuric acid disinfectant in a swimming pool.
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The patient was treated with noninvasive mechanical ventilation, awake prone positioning, and glucocorticoids, resulting in complete recovery.
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Chest imaging revealed bilateral pulmonary infiltrates consistent with acute toxic inhalation lung injury and ARDS.
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Chlorine poisoning lacks a specific antidote, necessitating treatment focused on symptom control and monitoring until stability is achieved.

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