title: Shock: an overview of pathophysiology and general treatment goals.
abstract: The shock syndromes continue to pose major problems for ICU physicians. Effective management is based on an appreciation of ten basic concepts that have evolved from both research and practical experience over the last 20 years. Despite advances in understanding and treatment, mortality continues to be related to the condition underlying the shock process.
mesh_terms: D001810:Blood Volume; D002319:Cardiovascular System / Q000503:physiopathology; D006439:Hemodynamics; D006801:Humans; D011379:Prognosis; D011941:Receptors, Adrenergic / Q000502:physiology; D012151:Resuscitation; D012769:Shock / Q000145:classification / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy; D013577:Syndrome
chemical_list: D011941:Receptors, Adrenergic