Adult Sepsis Management in Internal Medicine: Are We Overtreating, Undertreating, or Targeting the Wrong Metrics? Review Abstract Background Management of adult sepsis requires prompt decision-making amid uncertainty about infection, organ dysfunction, hemodynamic status, and treatment responsiveness. Although standardized care pathways may reduce harmful delays, indiscriminate
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Pediatric Sepsis: Can Rapid Genomic Diagnostics Save Lives?
Pediatric Sepsis Can Rapid Genomic Diagnostics Save Lives Abstract Background:Pediatric sepsis continues to be a major contributor to morbidity and mortality worldwide. Depending on severity, host factors, and timeliness of intervention, reported case-fatality rates range from 10 to 40 percent. Early recognition and rapid initiation of
Tachycardia in Septic Patients: When Should Beta Blockers Be Considered?
Tachycardia in Septic Patients: When Should Beta Blockers Be Considered? Abstract Purpose: Tachycardia is a hallmark of sepsis, traditionally viewed as a compensatory mechanism to maintain cardiac output in the setting of reduced systemic vascular resistance. However, persistent tachycardia in septic patients has been associated with
