Septic shock is acute cardiovascular collapse precipitated by a complex interaction between biochemical agents in the bloodstream and the body’s immune system as it attempts to respond to infectious agents. Arterial hypotension persists despite adequate fluid resuscitation. The circulatory system is unable to meet the metabolic demands of cells: delivery of oxygen and nutrients and removal of waste products. Pumping and circulation fail, leading to reduced tissue perfusion and organ... więcej

Salem Press Encyclopedia of Health, 2023. 2p.