septic shock

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What is septic shock?

Septic shock is a serious condition that occurs when an overwhelming infection leads to low blood pressure and low blood flow. The brain, heart, kidneys, and liver may not work properly or may fail.

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Alternative Names:

Bacteremic shock; Endotoxic shock; Septicemic shock; Warm shock

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