Perfusion index for assessing microvascular reactivity in septic shock after fluid resuscitation

Conclusions: This perfusion index-based study suggests that septic shock promotes initial peripheral vascular hyporesponsiveness and preserves posterior vascular reactivity to a considerable degree. These results demonstrate a time-dependent peripheral hyperemic response and a significant ischemic reserve in septic shock.
Source: Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva - Category: Intensive Care Source Type: research