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(Created page with "<section begin="A&IC" />'''Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome''' (MODS), also called '''multiple organ failure''' (MOF) is defined as the acute insufficiency of 2 or more organ systems, requiring intervention to maintain homeostasis. It has high mortality, and the mortality increases with the amount of failing organ systems. It is mostly seen as an end-stage of sepsis or other severe systemic inflammatory response syndrome like acute pancreatitis. The SOFA...") |
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The SOFA score is used to evaluate organ function to diagnose MOF. | The SOFA score is used to evaluate organ function to diagnose MOF. | ||
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Management is by treating the underlying condition while supporting the organs which are dysfunctioning, for example with [[mechanical ventilation]], [[renal replacement therapy]], etc. <section end="A&IC" /> | |||
[[Category:Intensive care]] | [[Category:Intensive care]] | ||