Sepsis syndrome [SS] [a hard nut] Bacteraemic shock, endotoxic shock, septic shock, septic shock syndrome, toxic shock syndrome [TSS], toxic shock like syndrome [TSLS]

ABSTRACT

Sepsis syndrome is a common and difficult problem with higher rates of mortality and morbidity. Different names have been given to the same syndrome. A better understanding of its pathophysiology and role of cytokines have improved the management. It is still a challenge for the physicians who look after the critically ill patients