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Phenotypic heterogeneity by site of infection in surgical sepsis: a prospective longitudinal study.
Critical care (London, England) - 7 May 2020
Stortz Julie A, Cox Michael C, Hawkins Russell B, Ghita Gabriela L, Brumback Babette A, Mohr Alicia M, Moldawer Lyle L, Efron Philip A, Brakenridge Scott C, Moore Frederick A
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BACKGROUND: The role of site of infection in sepsis has been poorly characterized. Additionally, sepsis epidemiology has evolved. Early mortality has decreased, but many survivors now progress into chronic critical illness (CCI). This study sought to determine if there were significant differences in the host response and current epidemiology of surgical sepsis categorized by site of infection. STUDY DESIGN: This...
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