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This information is provided by Provet for educational purposes only. You should seek the advice of your veterinarian if your pet is ill as only he or she can correctly advise on the diagnosis and recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for your pet. Septic shock is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate, emergency treatment The mortality rate in animals with septic shock has been estimated to be between 40-90% . The key to diagnosis is demonstration of a neutropenia in the presence of sepsis, however neutropenia may be caused by other factors including :
Septic shock is a state in which there is circulatory collapse due to endotoxaemia or overwhelming sepsis. The commonest causes are enteric pathogens especially:
The vasoconstriction that results precipitates multiple organ failure with numerous complications including :
Clinical signs include :
Septic shock is a potential complication following the administration of myelosuppressive drugs. Treatment : Urgent treatment is needed in neutropenic patients with pyrexia. Immediately institute :
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Updated October 2013 | |||