Septic shock

Lactate Test-Introduction, Test Result, Unit, Reference Range, Test Methods, Clinical Significance, and Keynotes

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Introduction A lactate test, also known as a lactic acid test, is a medical diagnostic test that measures the concentration of lactate in the blood. Lactate is a molecule produced when the body breaks down glucose for energy, particularly during periods of intense physical activity …

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Gas Gangrene-Introduction, Types, Sign and Symptoms, Common Pathogens, Laboratory Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention and Control, and Keynotes

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Introduction Gas gangrene, also known as clostridial myonecrosis, is a severe and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection that primarily affects muscle tissues. It is caused by certain species of bacteria from the Clostridium genus, especially Clostridium perfringens. These bacteria are anaerobic, which means they thrive in …

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