Gamuts

Shock

Shock is the state of insufficient blood flow to the tissues of the body as a result of problems with the circulatory system. Initial symptoms of shock may include weakness, fast heart rate, fast breathing, sweating, anxiety, and increased thirst. [Source: Wikipedia ]

May Cause
Acute arterial hypotension
Acute nonobstructive small bowel distention
Adrenal hemorrhage
Bilateral small kidneys
Colonic distention without obstruction
Dense nephrogram
Pulmonary edema
Renal cortical necrosis
Renal papillary necrosis
May Be Caused by
Septic shock
May Cause
Acute arterial hypotension
Acute nonobstructive small bowel distention
Adrenal hemorrhage
Bilateral small kidneys
Colonic distention without obstruction
Dense nephrogram
Pulmonary edema
Renal cortical necrosis
Renal papillary necrosis
May Be Caused by
Septic shock


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