Neurogenic pulmonary edema following cerebrovascular diseases

Neurogenic pulmonary edema （NPE） is a fatal complication after severe injury of central nervous system. Various cerebrovascular diseases are the common causes of NPE.The mortality of NPE is high. Its pathogenesis involves a variety of factors; however, its exact mechanism remains obscure. This article reviews the advances in pathogenesis and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases complicated with NPE in recent years. Key words: Pulmonary edema;  Cerebrovascular disorders;  Subarachnoid hemorrhage;  Intracranial pressure