Lipoid Pneumonia - An Unusual Cause of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome.

ABSTRACT

Background: Lipoid pneumonia is a rare form of pneumonia caused by aspiration of fatty substances. Case characteristics Acute respiratory distress syndrome in an infant due to accidental aspiration of baby oil massage. Intervention Large volume bronchoalveolar lavage. Outcome: Gradual recovery over a period of 5 months. Message Aspiration of lipids cause prolonged and refractory hypoxemia.