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Shock

Medical Definition:	A pathological condition that can suddenly affect the hemodynamic equilibrium, usually manifested by failure to perfuse or oxygenate vital organs.
Guide Notes:	therapy of shock = SHOCK /ther, not SHOCK THERAPY (see ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY), a psychother technique; note TOXIC SHOCK SYNDROME see SHOCK, SEPTIC is available
Also Called:	Hypovolemic Shock

Shock Categories.

Shock, Surgical - A type of shock that occurs as a result of a surgical procedure.

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