Pathophysiology and management of septic shock
Duff, P.
Journal of Reproductive Medicine 24(3): 109-117
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0024-7758 PMID: 6989991 Document Number: 158636
Septic shock is an acute medical and surgical emergency with a devastating mortality rate. It may occur in both debilitated, immunosuppressed patients and young, healthy patients undergoing genitourinary instrumentation. This paper reviews the intricate pathophysiology of septic shock and presents a comprehensive plan for the management of this life-threatening illness.