Cardiogenic and septic shock in acute myocardial infarction

Abstract

Cardiogenic shock is a serious complication of acute myocardial infarction with a high mortality rate. A prompt and correct diagnosis and early revascularisation are the cornerstones of the treatment.

Supportive therapy, both pharmacological and nonpharmacological, including the replacement of failing organs, is another important faktor.

Keywords

• myocardial infarction
• cardiogenic shock
• sepsis
• organ dysfunction