This practically oriented book provides an up-to-date overview of all significant aspects of the pathogenesis of sepsis and its management, including within the intensive care unit. Readers will find information on the involvement of the coagulation and endocrine systems during sepsis and on the use of biomarkers to diagnose sepsis and allow early intervention. International clinical practice guidelines for the management of sepsis are presented, and individual chapters focus on aspects such as fluid resuscitation, vasopressor therapy, response to multiorgan failure, antimicrobial therapy, and adjunctive immunotherapy. The closing section looks forward to the coming decade, discussing novel trial designs, sepsis in low- and middle-income countries, and emerging management approaches. The book is internatio nal in scope, with contributions from leading experts worldwide. It will be of value to residents and professionals/practitioners in the fields of infectious diseasesand internal medicine, as well as to GPs and medical students.
ISBN: | 9783319735054 |
Publication date: | 25th April 2018 |
Author: | W. Joost Wiersinga |
Publisher: | Springer International Publishing AG |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 267 pages |
Genres: |
Diseases and disorders Intensive care medicine General practice / Family medicine |