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Septic Shock
Septic Shock
Septic shock: sepsis + vasopressor requirement to maintain MAP ≥65 mmHg + serum lactate >2 mmol/L despite adequate fluid resuscitation. Mortality ~40%. Norepinephrine is first-line vasopressor.
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Shock happens when not enough blood and oxygen can get to your organs and tissues. It causes very low blood pressure and may be life-threatening. It often happens along with a serious injury. There are several kinds of shock. Hypovolemic shock happens when you lose a lot of blood or fluids. Causes include internal or external bleeding, dehydration, burns, and severe vomiting and/or diarrhea. Septic shock is caused b…
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