Diseases

Sepsis

sepsis

Entity Type: Diseases
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Core Information

Disease Name: Sepsis
Standard Disease Name: sepsis
MeSH Tree: No data
ICD-10: No data

Identifiers

DO ID: No data
MeSH ID: D018805
OMIM ID: MTHU010579
UMLS ID: C0243026
HPO ID: No data

Description and Extensions

Description: MSH2017_2016_08_12:Systemic inflammatory response syndrome with a proven or suspected infectious etiology. When sepsis is associated with organ dysfunction distant from the site of infection, it is called severe sepsis. When sepsis is accompanied by HYPOTENSION despite adequate fluid infusion, it is called SEPTIC SHOCK.|MEDLINEPLUS_20151021:Sepsis is a serious illness. It happens when your body has an overwhelming immune response to a bacterial infection. The chemicals released into the blood to fight the infection trigger widespread inflammation. This leads to blood clots and leaky blood vessels. They cause poor blood flow, which deprives your body's organs of nutrients and oxygen. In severe cases, one or more organs fail. In the worst cases, blood pressure drops and the heart weakens, leading to septic shock. Anyone can get sepsis, but the risk is higher in <ul> <li>People with weakened immune systems</li> <li>Infants and children</li> <li>The elderly</li> <li>People with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, AIDS, cancer, and kidney or liver disease</li> <li>People suffering from a severe burn or physical trauma</li> </ul> Common symptoms of sepsis are fever, chills, rapid breathing and heart rate, rash, confusion, and disorientation. Doctors diagnose sepsis using a blood test to see if the number of white blood cells is abnormal. They also do lab tests that check for signs of infection. People with sepsis are usually treated in hospital intensive care units. Doctors try to treat the infection, sustain the vital organs, and prevent a drop in blood pressure. Many patients receive oxygen and intravenous fluids. Other types of treatment, such as respirators or kidney dialysis, may be necessary. Sometimes, surgery is needed to clear up an infection. NIH: National Institute of General Medical Sciences|CHV2011_02:systematic infection|CHV2011_02:systematic infection

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