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Sepsis

/ˈsep.sɪs/ noun Critical Care & Emergency EMERGENCY TERM
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Reviewed: Aug 2026
Medical Definition

Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection (SIRS criteria).

EMERGENCY MEDICAL WARNING

This term involves a critical, life-threatening medical emergency. If you or someone around you experiences acute signs of this condition, call emergency services (108) or go to the nearest hospital emergency room immediately.

Detailed Medical Explanation

Sepsis is an essential concept in Critical Care & Emergency.

Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection (SIRS criteria).

Clinical & Practical Significance

Evaluated via qSOFA score. Requires early broad-spectrum IV antibiotics and aggressive fluid resuscitation within 1 hour.


Clinical Usage & Diagnostic Context

Evaluated via qSOFA score. Requires early broad-spectrum IV antibiotics and aggressive fluid resuscitation within 1 hour.

Patient-Friendly Explanation

Severe blood infection reaction that damages organs.

Professional Clinical Context

<p><strong>Sepsis</strong> is an essential concept in <em>Critical Care & Emergency</em>.</p><p>Life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection (SIRS criteria).</p><h4>Clinical & Practical Significance</h4><p>Evaluated via qSOFA score. Requires early broad-spectrum IV antibiotics and aggressive fluid resuscitation within 1 hour.</p>

Medical Disclaimer

This medical glossary entry is provided for health education and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any clinical condition.

Terminology Metadata
  • Specialty Critical Care & Emergency
  • Part of Speech noun
  • Terminology Type emergency
  • Etymology & Origin Greek: sepsis (decay / putrefaction)
  • Synonyms & Aliases Septicemia, blood poisoning
Authoritative References

WHO / Medical Literature

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