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Septic Shock


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Alternate Names : Bacteremic Shock, Endotoxic Shock, Septicemic Shock, Warm Shock

Septic Shock Treatment

Septic shock is a medical emergency, and patients are usually admitted to intensive care.

The objective of treatment is to:

Provide oxygen, and treat respiratory distress if present
Administer intravenous fluids to restore blood volume, and vasoactive drugs to treat low blood pressure
Treat underlying infections with antibiotics
Support any poorly functioning organs

Hemodynamic monitoring, to evaluate the pressures in the heart and lungs in treatment of shock, may be required. This can only be done with specialized equipment and intensive care nursing.

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Review Date : 1/25/2002
Reviewed By : David A. Kaufman, M.D., Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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