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Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) is a condition of inflammation throughout the body that can lead to failure of multiple organs. SIRS is typically caused by severe infections but can also be a result of other conditions like burns, severe bleeding, and trauma.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Is a type of:

Inflammation • Shock

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

Types of

Sepsis
Condition
Toxic shock syndrome
Condition

Symptoms

Confusion
Fever
Decreased urination
Skin turning blue
Petechiae
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Medications

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Antibiotic
Steroids
Vasopressors

Procedures

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Surgery

Dialysis

Tests

Electrocardiogram
Procalcitonin
Liver function test
Coagulation profile
Arterial blood gas
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Risk factors

Personal

Recent surgery

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