Balwinder Singh - Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC): Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Автор: Balwinder Singh Название: Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC): Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis and Treatment Options Издательство: Nova Science Pub Inc; 1 edition Год: 2013 ISBN: 1629483230 Формат: pdf Размер: 4.22 mb Страниц: 192 Язык: английский Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation is a devastating syndrome characterized by the systemic activation of widespread activation of the coagulation cascade and thrombosis, which may result in severe bleeding and may lead to organ failure. Recent studies have shown that the incidence of DIC is decreasing, especially in men. Despite the improvements in health care delivery, the morbidity and mortality due to DIC remains very high. Early diagnosis and accurate prognosis are important in improving the outcomes of patients with DIC.