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There is a programmed set of neuro-hormonal responses in response to “injury” which results in profound metabolic change.
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Davenport, M. (2010). Metabolic Response to Injury and Sepsis. In: Sinha, C., Davenport, M. (eds) Handbook of Pediatric Surgery. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-132-3_3
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