title: Septic shock: the initial moments and beyond.
abstract: Our understanding of the pathophysiology and treatment of sepsis has advanced over the last decade, and evidence-based protocols have improved its outcomes. Here, we review its management in the first hours and afterward, including topics of ongoing study and debate.
authors: Department of Pharmacy, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. lams@ccf.org
authors: Simon W
authors: SW
authors: Lam
authors: Seth R
authors: SR
authors: Bauer
authors: Jorge A
authors: JA
authors: Guzman
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002316:Cardiotonic Agents; D002395:Catecholamines / Q000627:therapeutic use; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D012151:Resuscitation; D012772:Shock, Septic / Q000628:therapy*; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D002316:Cardiotonic Agents; D002395:Catecholamines; D014662:Vasoconstrictor Agents