Overview
Impaired fibrinolysis in septic patients is associated with worse outcome. The present study investigates fibrinolysis shutdown in septic patients, defined as prolonged ClotPro® TPA lysis time at 30 minutes. The TPA lysis time reference range is established in a cohort of healthy volunteers.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- age > 18 years
- sepsis or septic shock
- vasopressors required to maintain a MAP ≥ 65 mmHg despite adequate fluid resuscitation
Exclusion Criteria:
- coagulation disorders
- ECMO therapy
- use of oral anticoagulant drugs