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sepsis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sepsis has 1 sense
  1. sepsis - the presence of pus-forming bacteria or their toxins in the blood or tissues
    --1 is a kind of
    infection
    --1 has particulars:
     blood poisoning, septicemia, septicaemia; sapremia, sapraemia

Definitions from the Web

Sepsis

Definition: Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body's response to an infection injures its own tissues and organs. It can lead to organ failure, shock, and death if left untreated.

Part of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. A severe medical condition caused by an infection spreading throughout the body.
  2. Any kind of putrefactive decay or decomposition.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

1. She developed sepsis following a severe lung infection.

2. The patient's condition deteriorated rapidly due to sepsis.

Local Usage:

1. In our community, sepsis has become a significant concern due to the increase in antibiotic resistance.

2. The local hospital has implemented strict protocols to identify and treat sepsis cases promptly.

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