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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) (cont.)

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Currently, no specific treatment exists for SARS, although various treatments have been tried with unclear success.

Persons with confirmed or suspected SARS should be isolated and undergo aggressive treatment in a hospital. Mechanical ventilation (a device that assists in a person's breathing) and critical care may be necessary.

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