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¹Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, IRCCS Istituto Clinico Humanitas, Humanitas University, Milan, Italy.

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Sepsis, a life-threatening infection, has a new definition (Sepsis-3) focusing on organ dysfunction. While research seeks better diagnostics and treatments, improved basic care and education are key to better sepsis outcomes.

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Area of Science:

Critical Care Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Public Health

Background:

Sepsis presents a significant global health challenge with high mortality and morbidity rates.
Increased awareness and research over the past decade have improved understanding and outcomes.
The World Health Assembly designated sepsis a global health priority in 2017.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize the current understanding and management of sepsis.
To highlight the evolution of sepsis definition and ongoing research directions.
To emphasize the importance of basic care improvements in sepsis management.

Main Methods:

Review of recent research and clinical guidelines on sepsis.
Analysis of the impact of the Sepsis-3 definition.
Discussion of current and future research aims in sepsis diagnosis and treatment.

Main Results:

The Sepsis-3 definition (infection with organ dysfunction) was established in 2016, utilizing the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment score.
Research is advancing towards personalized management strategies based on molecular profiles.
Improved diagnostic techniques and targeted pharmacological agents are under investigation.

Conclusions:

While advanced diagnostics and treatments are sought, enhanced basic care through education and quality improvement programs remain crucial for improving sepsis outcomes.
The Sepsis-3 definition provides a standardized framework for identifying and managing sepsis.
Continued research is vital for developing more effective sepsis interventions.