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Hemodynamic Support in Sepsis

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Hemodynamic support in sepsis is more complex than it may seem at initial glance with multiple components that need to be considered, including choice of fluid and vasoactive agent, which variables to monitor and which targets to aim for. Further complexity is added by the fact that the overall hemodynamic status of any patient is a reflection not only of their macro-hemodynamic situation but also of their micro-hemodynamics. Each patient must therefore be assessed and treated on an individual basis to ensure that the most appropriate support is offered. Importantly, hemodynamic status is a dynamic event, changing with the evolution of the disease and a patient’s response to treatment so that interventions must be repeatedly adapted and reassessed.

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    Mitchell M. Levy

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Vincent, JL. (2017). Hemodynamic Support in Sepsis. In: Ward, N., Levy, M. (eds) Sepsis. Respiratory Medicine. Humana Press, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-48470-9_13

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