Surgical shock

Surgical Shock

Surgical shock (/sɜːrdʒɪkəl ʃɒk/), also known as Perioperative shock, is a severe medical condition that occurs in response to surgery. It is characterized by a sudden drop in blood flow, which can lead to organ failure and death if not promptly treated.

Etymology

The term "surgical shock" is derived from the Greek word "surgikos" meaning "handwork" and the Middle Dutch word "schok" meaning "jolt, bounce," referring to the sudden onset of symptoms following surgery.

Symptoms

Symptoms of surgical shock may include:

• Cold sweat
• Rapid heartbeat
• Low blood pressure
• Confusion
• Loss of consciousness

Causes

Surgical shock can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

• Blood loss during surgery
• Infection or sepsis
• Anesthesia complications
• Dehydration
• Heart failure

Treatment

Treatment for surgical shock typically involves:

• Fluid resuscitation to increase blood volume
• Vasopressors to raise blood pressure
• Antibiotics to treat infection
• Surgery to control bleeding

Related Terms

• Hypovolemic shock
• Septic shock
• Anaphylactic shock
• Cardiogenic shock

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Surgical shock
• Wikipedia's article - Surgical shock

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