Early goal-directed therapy
Early goal-directed therapy
Early goal-directed therapy (EGDT) is a treatment protocol used in the management of severe sepsis and septic shock. It is a structured approach to patient management, aiming to optimize the patient's hemodynamic status in the early stages of sepsis to prevent organ failure and improve survival rates.
Pronunciation
Early goal-directed therapy: /ˈɜːrli ɡoʊl-dɪˈrɛktɪd ˈθɛrəpi/
Etymology
The term "Early goal-directed therapy" is derived from its approach to treatment. "Early" refers to the critical importance of initiating treatment as soon as possible after the onset of sepsis. "Goal-directed" refers to the structured, systematic approach to patient management, with specific goals to be achieved at each stage of treatment. "Therapy" refers to the treatment protocol itself.
Related Terms
- Sepsis: A life-threatening condition that arises when the body's response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs.
- Septic shock: A severe condition that occurs when an infection leads to life-threatening low blood pressure.
- Hemodynamic: Relating to the flow of blood within the organs and tissues of the body.
- Organ failure: A condition in which one or more of the body's organs stop functioning properly.
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References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Early goal-directed therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Early goal-directed therapy
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