Multiple organ failure: What you need to know
Scott C. Brakenridge, Lucy Z. Kornblith, Joseph Cuschieri
Abstract
ABSTRACT: Multiple organ failure (MOF) remains a significant challenge for the acute care surgeon, often leading to poor patient outcomes. This comprehensive review explores the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, management strategies, prognosis, and prevention strategies associated with MOF and chronic critical illness. Understanding the intricate etiology and pathophysiology of MOF and chronic critical illness is essential for effectively managing these syndromes and developing targeted treatment strategies aimed at mitigating the underlying inflammatory, immune, and microvascular disturbances, in order to redirect patients onto a trajectory of recovery.
Topics & Concepts
Intensive care medicineEtiologyMedicinePresentation (obstetrics)Critical illnessPathophysiologyCritically illPathologySurgerySepsis Diagnosis and TreatmentIntensive Care Unit Cognitive DisordersElectrolyte and hormonal disorders