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Septic shock is a common critical illness associated with high morbidity and mortality in children. This article provides an updated narrative review on the management of septic shock in paediatric practice.
Dec 7, 2020 · The pathophysiology of sepsis is complex, involving an altered inflammatory response to infection, paired with derangements in coagulation, cardiovascular, immune, metabolic, hormonal and neuronal responses. The Third International Consensus Definitions for Sepsis and Septic Shock in adults were published in 2016. 5.
Jan 2, 2012 · Clinical signs of late septic shock include hypotension, tachycardia with narrow pulse pressure, cold extremities (cold shock), rapid shallow breathing, oliguria, altered level of consciousness, and cyanosis due to pulmonary ventilation perfusion mismatch or underlying pulmonary diseases.
- Paolo Biban, Marcella Gaffuri, Stefania Spaggiari, Federico Zaglia, Alessandra Serra, Pierantonio Sa...
- 2012
Dec 13, 2019 · Septic shock can be characterized as an alteration of clinical and hemodynamic signs, including hypo- or hyperthermia, tachycardia or bradycardia, and alteration of mental status and peripheral circulation (vasodilation – warm shock; vasoconstriction – cold shock) that precede hypotension.
- 10.1016/j.jped.2019.10.007
- Mar-Apr 2020
Overview. As with adults, when babies and children develop an infection, their immune systems fight the invading culprit, whether it’s bacteria, a virus, or a fungus. But sometimes the immune system’s response to an infection can spin out of control, leading to a life-threatening condition called sepsis.
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Pediatric Sepsis / Septic Shock in Pts ≥ 60 days. March 2021. *HIGH-RISK CONDITIONS: Asplenia. Transplant (BMT or organ) SCORE ≥6. Malignancy. Central line present. Technology dependent (e.g. tracheostomy, VP shunt, etc.) Other immunocompromise. MD/RN Huddle: Concern for sepsis? YES. SCORE <6. NO. Immediate Action (5 minutes):
Nov 1, 2022 · Early recognition and timely goal-directed therapy using sepsis bundles has been shown to reduce in-hospital mortality among pediatric patients with sepsis and septic shock. This issue reviews pediatric septic shock management, reinforcing the importance of early recognition and rapid resuscitation.