Diretrizes para tratamento da sepse grave/choque séptico - abordagem do agente infeccioso - diagnóstico

sepsis is a common and lethal condition that carries a substantial financial burden and is the primary cause of death in intensive care units. early diagnosis and treatment of patients has been clearly shown to improve prognosis. therefore, early diagnosis of infections and control of the primary infection site are fundamental to improving patients' prognosis. this guideline reviews the available evidence concerning the primary strategies for the diagnosis of infection