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Septic lung and shock lung in man.

G H Clowes, E Hirsch, L Williams

    Annals of Surgery
    |May 1, 1975
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    Severe pulmonary dysfunction and respiratory failure are significant risks in trauma patients. Sepsis dramatically increases mortality and pulmonary complications, especially in those with high cardiac output.

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    Area of Science:

    • Critical Care Medicine
    • Pulmonary Medicine
    • Trauma Surgery

    Background:

    • Post-traumatic patients, particularly those with hemorrhagic shock or sepsis, are at high risk for respiratory failure.
    • Understanding pulmonary dysfunction is crucial for managing these critically ill patients.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate pulmonary dysfunction and the risks of respiratory failure in post-traumatic patients.
    • To compare outcomes in patients with hemorrhagic shock versus sepsis.

    Main Methods:

    • Serial measurements of blood gas exchange and pulmonary function in two patient groups: post-hemorrhagic shock and sepsis.
    • Patients were supported with endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation.
    • Analysis of cardiac indices, pulmonary arteriovenous shunt, pulmonary arterial pressure, and peak inspiratory pressure (PIP).

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    Main Results:

    • Overall mortality was 12% for post-shock patients without sepsis and 35% for septic patients.
    • Severe pulmonary dysfunction occurred primarily in septic patients, associated with elevated PIP and pulmonary arterial pressure.
    • Septic patients with high cardiac indices showed sustained pulmonary shunting, while low output shock patients often developed bronchopneumonia.

    Conclusions:

    • Sepsis significantly worsens pulmonary dysfunction and increases mortality in post-traumatic patients.
    • Monitoring pulmonary parameters like shunt and PIP is vital for managing septic complications.
    • Early identification and management of sepsis are critical to improve outcomes in trauma patients.