What's New in Paediatric Sepsis

Curr Pediatr Rep. 2016:4:1-5. doi: 10.1007/s40124-016-0093-4. Epub 2016 Feb 20.

Abstract

Severe sepsis and septic shock remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in children. There is ongoing uncertainty regarding the optimal treatment pathways however the initial management of sepsis is crucial. This article is designed to be an informal and personal review of recent developments in paediatric sepsis over the past 3 years.

Keywords: Paediatric; Sepsis; Shock; Treatment.

Publication types

  • Review