Septic shock syndrome in the surgical wound care patient
The occurrence of septic shock in lower extremity surgery is rare. Its early identification and treatment are vital to its outcome. The authors present a case history of septic shock occurring in the surgical wound care patient, discuss the pathophysiology of septic shock, and then consider diagnosi...
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Published in | The Journal of foot surgery Vol. 31; no. 5; p. 459 |
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Main Authors | , |
Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
Published |
United States
01.09.1992
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Summary: | The occurrence of septic shock in lower extremity surgery is rare. Its early identification and treatment are vital to its outcome. The authors present a case history of septic shock occurring in the surgical wound care patient, discuss the pathophysiology of septic shock, and then consider diagnosis along with treatment options. |
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ISSN: | 0449-2544 |