Distributive shock
Insufficient
intravascular volume of blood.
Caused
by dilation of blood vessels which diminishes the systemic vascular resistance.
·
Septic
shock
·
Anaphylactic
shock
·
Neurogenic
shock
Septic
Shock
Caused
by systemic infection and inflammation.
Extensive release of chemical mediators and
endotoxins causes dilation of blood vessels and loss of fluid into the
interstitial space.
Clinical features
·
Pyrexia
·
Systemic
vasodilation
·
Warm
and sweaty skin
·
Reduced
contractility of heart
·
Diffuse
capillary damage in the lungs
·
Increased
level of neutrophils
Management: Antibiotics, mechanical
ventilation and supportive care.
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