Cardiogenic shock: a success story.
When the body is unable to deliver oxygen and perfuse tissues adequately, shock occurs. Cardiogenic shock is the shock syndrome that develops when the heart has lost approximately 40% of its pumping ability. This article reviews the pathophysiology and management of cardiogenic shock.
Holcomb
Susan Simmons
SS
Walk-In Health Care of Olathe, Kan, USA. sholcomb@kc.rr.com
D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D012770:Shock, Cardiogenic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy