HOUSTON – Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It causes organ damage and death. In a typical year, at least 1.7 million adults in the U.S. develop sepsis, and at least 350,000 die ...

Sepsis is estimated to cause 11 million deaths every year in the world. Its treatment is based on the use of antibiotics and organ support measures, but many times it fails due to unsuccessful ...

A team of University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have identified a pathway to help the human body defend itself against sepsis—a life-threatening condition caused by the body's inappropriate ...

EPIC is arguably THE electronic health record system in the US with the most significant market share (56% of all patient records). Countless millions of federal money have passed into their corporate ...

Older age, male sex, and acute illness severity were all independently associated with an increased long-term risk of death among close to 95,000 adult sepsis survivors in England, researchers found.

Rapid sepsis testing benefits patients, lowers cost of care, and boosts antibiotic stewardship. Rapid sepsis testing at Allegheny Health Network has boosted care quality with improved clinical ...

Sepsis management technology reduces workloads, increases productivity and improves provider satisfaction. Wolters Kluwer Sentri7® Sepsis Monitor is a fully automated clinical surveillance system that ...

Even months after critical illness for sepsis, children are at risk for new or worsening medical conditions, a study suggests. Even months after critical illness for sepsis, children are at risk for ...

During Sepsis Awareness Month, Maryland man says his near-death experience should serve as cautionary tale for others. COLUMBIA, Md. — Drew Bossi, 26 of Maryland, wants people to know sepsis is not to ...