Tag James A. Russell

Coagulation Abnormalities in Sepsis

Objectives This chapter will: 1. Review the normal process of coagulation and describe the sepsis-induced coagulation abnormalities. 2. Delineate the interaction between coagulation and inflammation during sepsis. 3. Outline the pathogenesis of sepsis-associated coagulopathy and discuss relevant factors associated with…

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Clinical Vignette A 54-year-old man reported painless left arm weakness for 6 months. While exercising at the gym, he noticed difficulty lifting weights with his left arm. Progressively he had difficulty cutting food and opening jars with his left hand.…