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Shock and its treatment

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Definition and diagnosis of shock

Shock may be defined as inadequate perfusion of the tissues which is severe enough to lead to cellular damage.

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© 1980 F. Wilson and W.G. Park

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Wilson, F., Park, W.G. (1980). Shock and its treatment. In: Basic Resuscitation and Primary Care. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-8712-8_30

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