Pathophysiology of sepsis

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Keywords:

sepsis, high mortality rate, therapeutic strategies, improved patient care

Abstract

The increasing incidence of sepsis and its related problems, and the associated unacceptably high mortality rates continue despite a wider public awareness of the disease, our improved understanding of the pathophysiology of the disease, continuous refinements in diagnostic technologies and considered therapeutic strategies. This review expounds on the understanding of sepsis pathophysiology, highlighting how this understanding may lead to improved patient care and outcomes.

Author Biography

PD Gopalan, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Discipline of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Published

2022-11-15

Issue

FCA Refresher Course 2022

Section

FCA Refresher Course

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