History term shock (Fr, choke) was first used by French physician Le Pran in 1773 todescribe the clinical characteristics of patients after severe gunshot trauma.
Definitions: Shock is a state in which failure of the circulatory system to maintain adequate cellular perfusion results in wide spread reduction in delivery of oxygen and other nutrients to tissues. ( OR ) Shock is a syndrome of failure of heart to pump blood in sufficient quantity or under sufficient pressure to maintain pressure flow relationship necessary for adequate tissue perfusion ( OR ) Shock denotes circulatory failure leading to inadequate vital organ perfusion ,oxygen delivery and other tissues
Stages of Shock Compensated 15-25% of fluid loss from the vessels Signs are subtle Patient may show signs of an adrenaline rush Decompensated 25-35% of fluid loss from the vessels The body cells are profoundly hypoxic Classic signs of shock Irreversible > 35% fluid loss from the vessels Body cells die All vital signs bottom out
Compensatory ( Reversible ) SYMPATHOADRENAL STIMULATION PRE CAPILLARY SPINCTER CONSTRUCTION CAPPILARY HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE.(Increase ) FLUID MOVES INTO INTRAVASCULAR SPACE
IRREVERSIBLE IF HYPOPERFUSION CONTINUES HYPOXIA – ANAEROBIC METABOLISM INCREASE IN LACTIC ACID + INCREASE [H+] DECREASE IN CAP. HYDR. PRES INCREASE IN POST CAP. SPHINCTER TONE WEAKENING OF PRE CAP SPHINCTER TONE FLUID MOVES INTO EXTRA VASCULAR SPACE
Fluid loss into extra vascular space. Adhesion of activated leukocytes to endothelial cells – increase in cap. Permeability obstruction to micro vessels Accumulation of micro thrombi because of activation of coagulation system with fibrin deposition.
Types of Shock Cardiogenic ( intracardiac vs extracardiac ) Hypovolemic Distributive sepsis**** neurogenic (spinal shock) adrenal insufficiency anaphylaxis
Pathophysiology : Overview Tissue perfusion is determined by Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) MAP = CO x SVR Heart rate Stroke Volume
Cardiogenic Shock: Pathophysiology Heart fails to pump blood out MAP = CO x SVR HR Stroke Volume as a consequence of cardiac pump failure, resulting in decreased cardiac output (CO). Pump failure can occur both as a result of an abnormality of the Heart rate or the Stroke volume
Cardiogenic Shock: Causes ↓ MAP = ↓ CO (HR x Stroke Volume) x ↑ SVR Decreased Contractility (Myocardial Infarction, myocarditis , cardiomyopathy , Post resuscitation syndrome following cardiac arrest) Mechanical Dysfunction – (Papillary muscle rupture post-MI, Severe Aortic Stenosis , rupture of ventricular aneurysms etc) Arrhythmia – (Heart block, ventricular tachycardia, SVT, atrial fibrillation etc.) Cardiotoxicity (B blocker and Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose)
Obstructive Shock: Pathophysiology Heart pumps well, but the output is decreased due to an obstruction (in or out of the heart) MAP = CO x SVR HR x Stroke volume If the blood outflow from the heart is decreased because there is decreased return to the heart (due to an obstruction) or “obstructed” as the blood leaves the heart the stroke volume diminishes, with the overall effect of decreasing the cardiac output
Obstructive Shock: Causes ↓ MAP = ↓ CO ( HR x Stroke Volume) x ↑ SVR Heart is working but there is a block to the outflow Massive pulmonary embolism Aortic dissection Cardiac tamponade Tension pneumothorax Obstruction of venous return to heart Vena cava syndrome - eg . neoplasms , granulomatous disease Sickle cell splenic sequestration
Hypovolemic Shock: Pathophysiology Heart pumps well, but not enough blood volume to pump MAP = CO x SVR HR x Stroke volume Hypovolemic shock is a consequence of decreased preload due to intravascular volume loss. -The decreased preload diminishes stroke volume, resulting in decreased cardiac output (CO).
Hypovolemic Shock: Causes ↓ MAP = ↓ CO ( HR x Stroke Volume) x ↑ SVR Decreased Intravascular volume (Preload) leads to Decreased Stroke Volume Hemorrhagic - trauma, GI bleed, AAA rupture, ectopic pregnancy Hypovolemic - burns, GI losses, dehydration, third spacing (e.g. pancreatitis, bowel obstruction), Adesonian crisis, Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Distributive Shock: Pathophysiology Heart pumps well, but there is peripheral vasodilation due to loss of vessel tone MAP = CO x SVR HR x Stroke volume Distributive ( vasodilatory ) shock is a consequence of severely decreased SVR.
Distributive Shock: Causes ↓ MAP = ↑ CO (HR x SV) x ↓ SVR Loss of Vessel tone Inflammatory cascade Sepsis and Toxic Shock Syndrome Anaphylaxis Post resuscitation syndrome following cardiac arrest Decreased sympathetic nervous system function Neurogenic - C spine or upper thoracic cord injuries Toxins Due to cellular poisons -Carbon monoxide, methemoglobinemia , cyanide Drug overdose (a1 antagonists)
To Summarize Type of Shock Insult Physiologic Effect Compensation Cardiogenic Heart fails to pump blood out ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR Obstructive Heart pumps well, but the outflow is obstructed ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR Hemorrhagic Heart pumps well, but not enough blood volume to pump ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR Distributive Heart pumps well, but there is peripheral vasodilation ↓SVR ↑CO
Type of Shock Insult Physiologic Effect Compensation Compensation Heart Rate Compensation Contractility Cardiogenic Heart fails to pump blood out ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR ↑ ↑ Obstructive Heart pumps well, but the outflow is obstructed ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR ↑ ↑ Hemorrhagic Heart pumps well, but not enough blood volume to pump ↓CO BaroRc ↑SVR ↑ ↑ Distributive Heart pumps well, but there is peripheral vasodilation ↓SVR ↑CO ↑ No Change - in neurogenic shock ↑ No Change - in neurogenic shock
Additional Compensatory Mechanisms Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone Mechanism AII components lead to vasoconstriction Aldosterone leads to water conservation ADH leads to water retention and thirst Inflammatory cascade
Hypovolemic Shock Distributive Shock Cardiogenic Shock Obstructive Shock HR Increased Increased (Normal in Neurogenic shock) May be increased or decreased Increased JVP Low Low High High BP Low Low Low Low SKIN Cold Warm (Cold in severe shock) Cold Cold CAP REFILL Slow Slow Slow Slow
Symptoms and Signs of Shock Level of consciousness Initially may show few symptoms Continuum starts with Anxiety Agitation Confusion and Delirium Obtundation and Coma In infants Poor tone Unfocused gaze Weak cry Lethargy/Coma (Sunken or bulging fontanelle )
Symptoms and Signs of Shock Pulse Tachycardia HR > 100 Rapid, weak, thready distal pulses Respirations Tachypnea Shallow, irregular, labored
Blood Pressure May be normal! Definition of hypotension Systolic < 90 mmHg MAP < 65 mmHg 40 mmHg drop systolic BP from from baseline Children Systolic BP < 1 month = < 60 mmHg Systolic BP 1 month - 10 years = < 70 mmHg + (2 x age in years) In children hypotension develops late, late, late A pre-terminal event Symptoms and Signs of Shock
Symptoms and Signs of Shock Skin Cold, clammy (Cardiogenic, Obstructive, Hemorrhagic) Warm (Distributive shock) Mottled appearance in children Look for petechia Dry Mucous membranes Low urine output <0.5 ml/kg/hr
Empiric Criteria for Shock 4 out of 6 criteria have to be met Ill appearance or altered mental status Heart rate >100 Respiratory rate > 22 (or PaCO2 < 32 mmHg) Urine output < 0.5 ml/kg/hr Arterial hypotension > 20 minutes duration Lactate > 4
Management of Shock History Physical exam Labs Other investigations Treat the Shock - Start treatment as soon as you suspect Pre-shock or Shock Monitor
Historical Features Trauma? Pregnant? Acute abdominal pain? Vomiting or Diarrhea? Hematochezia or hematemesis ? Fever? Focus of infection? Chest pain?
Physical Exam Vitals - HR, BP, Temperature, Respiratory rate, Oxygen Saturation Capillary blood sugar Weight in children
Physical Exam In a patient with normal level of consciousness - Physical exam can be directed to the history
Physical Exam In a patient with abnormal level of consciousness Primary survey C ardiovascular ( murmers , JVP, muffled heart sounds) Respiratory exam (crackles, wheezes), Abdominal exam Rectal and vaginal exam Skin and mucous membranes Neurologic examination
Laboratory Tests CBC, Electrolytes, Creatinine/BUN, glucose +/- Lactate +/- Capillary blood sugar +/- Cardiac Enzymes Blood Cultures - from two different sites Beta HCG +/- Cross Match
Other investigations ECG Urinalysis CXR +/- Echo +/- FAST(focused abdominal sonography for trauma)
Do you remember how to quickly estimate blood pressure by pulse? 60 80 70 90 If you palpate a pulse, you know SBP is at least this number
Goals of Treatment ABCDE A irway control work of B reathing optimize C irculation assure adequate oxygen D elivery achieve E nd points of resuscitation
Airway Determine need for intubation but remember: intubation can worsen hypotension Sedatives can lower blood pressure Positive pressure ventilation decreases preload May need volume resuscitation prior to intubation to avoid hemodynamic collapse
Control Work of Breathing Respiratory muscles consume a significant amount of oxygen Tachypnea can contribute to lactic acidosis Mechanical ventilation and sedation decrease WOB and improves survival
Optimizing Circulation Isotonic crystalloids Titrated to: CVP 8-12 mm Hg Urine output 0.5 ml/kg/hr (30 ml/hr) Improving heart rate May require 4-6 L of fluids No outcome benefit from colloids
Maintaining Oxygen Delivery Decrease oxygen demands Provide analgesia and anxiolytics to relax muscles and avoid shivering Maintain arterial oxygen saturation/content Give supplemental oxygen Maintain Hemoglobin > 10 g/ dL Serial lactate levels or central venous oxygen saturations to assess tissue oxygen extraction
End Points of Resuscitation Goal of resuscitation is to maximize survival and minimize morbidity Use objective hemodynamic and physiologic values to guide therapy Goal directed approach Urine output > 0.5 mL /kg/hr CVP 8-12 mmHg MAP 65 to 90 mmHg Central venous oxygen concentration > 70%
Management of hypovolemic shock: AIM: To restore cardiac filling pressure promptly and adequately without inducing pulmonary edema. Measures: 1. Arresting ongoing blood loss. 2. Restoration of blood volume. 3. Correction of metabolic acidosis Arresting ongoing blood loss: External haemorrage by pressure elevation and tourniquet. Internal haemorrhage by immediate surgical exploration. Restoration of circulating blood volume: Start two large bore I.V. cannula , Debate still exists over the type, amount and rate of infusion of fluids. Fluid challenge test is the guideline for rate of infusion.
End point of resuscitation should be based on factors reflecting adequacy of perfusion Establishing urine output > 0.5 ml/kg/Hr. Reappearance of peripheral pulses. Correction of hypothermia, with reduction of core to peripheral temp gradient to< 10C. Improvement of mental status. Return of B.P. to normal Capillary refill < 3 sec Correction of metabolic acidosis (blood lactate level <1.5 mmol /l) with normalization of pH.
Management of cardiogenic shock: Three steps: 1. Initial stabilization 2. Evaluation of the patient 3. Definitive therapy
Initial stabilization: 1. Establishment of ventilation and oxygenation to maintain PaO2> 70 mm Hg. 2. Restore MAP > 70 mm Hg with volume correction and vasopressors . 3. Treatment of pain, arrhythmias and acid base abnormality.
Evaluation of the patient: Brief history, physical examination and investigations. ECG-look for ischemic changes, cardiac enzymes Cardiac filling pressure – CVP, PCWP, LVEDP Chest x-ray, ABG 2D echo for ventricular function Arterial O2 saturation Starling function curve.
1 ) Pharmacological support: Aimed at – increase C.O., improving coronary blood flow and decrease transudation of fluid into the lung. Done by – modifying preload, after load and by increase inotropic function of the myocardium. Reduction in preload (diuretics): Decrease volume where excusive preload exists. Over use may result in organ hypoperfusion and renal failure. Loop diuretics Improving myocardial contractility ( inotropes ): Inotropes are indicated where preload is optimal but low cardiac output and hypotension exists. Sympathomimetic amines are potent inotropes which act via a and b adrenergic receptors.
Epinephrine: Powerful cardiac stimulant Increase HR, shortens systole. Increase cardiac work and O2 consumption. 1-2 mcg / min - b stimulation 2-10 mcg/min – mixed a and b stimulation 10 mcg / min - a stimulation. Dopamine: (3-4 di-hydroxy phenyl ethylamine) 1-5 mg/kg/min – dopaminergic receptors – renal and mesenteric vasodilation . 5-10 mg/kg/min - b action, receptor positive inotropic and positive chronotropic effects on heart. 10 mg/kg/min - a receptor– vasoconstriction.
Dobutamine : synthetic sympathomimetic amine Acts mainly on b1 receptor with little effects on b2 / a Useful in cardiogenic shock due to MI with tachycardia. Increase CO without increasing infarct size or causing malignant arrhythmias. Dose – 5-20 mg/kg/min.
Reduction in after load (vasodilators): Vasodilators decrease after load by decrease SVR and decrease PVR which improves cardiac output. Useful in patient with Normal / increase preload-PCWP > 15 mm Hg. Adequate perfusion pressure SBP > 110 mm Hg. High vascular resistance Low cardiac output
SNP: Both arteriolar and Venodilators Onset of action within 2 mins Rapidly metabolized to Thiocyanate and cyanide Dose 1-10 mg/kg/min (20-500 mg/min) NTG: · Venodilators , + coronary vasodilator treatment myocardial ischemia Onset within sec ½ life – 4 mins Dose 1-10 mg/kg/min (10-400 mg/min)
II. Surgical intervention: IABP Angioplasty CABG Cardiac transplant.
The Sepsis Continuum A clinical response arising from a nonspecific insult, with 2 of the following: T >38 o C or <36 o C HR >90 beats/min RR >20/min WBC >12,000/mm 3 or <4,000/ mm 3 or >10% bands SIRS = systemic inflammatory response syndrome SIRS with a presumed or confirmed infectious process Sepsis SIRS Severe Sepsis Septic Shock Sepsis with organ failure Refractory hypotension
Are any 2 of the following SIRS criteria present and new to your patient? Obs: Temperature >38.3 or <36 C Respiratory rate >20 min -1 Heart rate >90 bpm Acutely altered mental state Bloods: White cells <4x10 9 /l or >12x10 9 /l Glucose>7.7mmol/l ( if patient is not diabetic) If yes, patient has SIRS Severe Sepsis Screening Tool
Is this likely to be due to an infection? For example Cough/ sputum/ chest pain Dysuria Abdo pain/ diarrhoea / distension Headache with neck stiffness Line infection Cellulitis /wound infection/septic arthritis Endocarditis If yes, patient has SEPSIS Start SEPSIS BUNDLE
Severe Sepsis Check for SEVERE SEPSIS BP SBP< 90 / Mean < 65 mmHg (after initial fluid challenge) Lactate > 4 mmol /l Urine output < 0.5 ml/kg/hr for 2 hrs INR > 1.5 aPTT > 60 s Bilirubin > 34 μmol /l O 2 Needed to keep SpO 2 > 90% Platelets < 100 x 10 9 /l Creatinine > 177 μmol /l or UO < 0.5 ml/kg/hr
What is a Bundle? Specifically selected care elements From evidence based guidelines Implemented together provide improved outcomes compared to individual elements alone
6 Hour Resuscitation Bundle Early Identification Early Antibiotics and Cultures Early Goal Directed Therapy
6 - hour Severe Sepsis/ Septic Shock Bundle Early Detection: Obtain serum lactate level . Early Blood Cx/Antibiotics: within 3 hours of presentation . Early EGDT: Hypotension (SBP < 90, MAP < 65) or lactate > 4 mmol/L : initial fluid bolus 20-40 ml of crystalloid (or colloid equivalent) per kg of body weight. Vasopressors: Hypotension not responding to fluid Titrate to MAP > 65 mmHg . Septic shock or lactate > 4 mmol/L: CVP and ScvO 2 measured. CVP maintained >8 mmHg. MAP maintain > 65 mmHg. ScvO2<70%with CVP > 8 mmHg, MAP > 65 mmHg: PRBCs if hematocrit < 30%. Inotropes.
Rivers et al 2001, NEJM; 345, 1368-1377 EGDT Call for specialist support Crystalloid Colloid CVP line < 8mmHg < 65 or <90 mmHg MAP Vasoactive Drugs >8 mmHg ScvO 2 Transfuse red cells until Hb > 10 g/dl YES Goals Achieved ScvO 2 >70% < 70% Inotropic agents NO >65 & >90mmHg >70%
Activated protein C Known inflammatory and procoagulant host responses to infection. TNF-alpha, IL-1, IL-6, thrombin Diffuse endovascular injury, multiorgan dysfunction and death. Activated Protein C anticoagulant, modulates the inflammatory response reduced levels of protein C found in majority of patients with sepsis and are associated with increased risk of death.
STEROIDS IVcorticosteroids (hydrocortisone 200-300 mg/day, for 7 days in three or four divided doses or by continuous infusion) who, despite adequate fluid replacement, require vasopressor therapy to maintain adequate blood pressure.
Blood Product Administration PRBC transfusion if Hb <7.0 g/ dL ; target 7.0-9.0 g/ dL . Erythropoietin only accepted reasons for administration of erythropoietin such as renal failure induced anemia . No Routine use of fresh frozen plasma to correct laboratory clotting abnormal Platelets administered <5,000/mm3 (5 x 109/L) regardless of apparent bleeding. Higher platelet counts ( > 50,000/mm3 [50 x 109/L])for surgery or invasive procedures
Management of anaphylactic shock Generally a clinical diagnosis The offending agent can often be difficult to identify ( eg . Latex, metabisulfites , food allergy, etc) and sometimes drugs Seurm tryptase may be useful in difficult diagnostic cases.
Initial Therapy Maintain Adequate Ventilation Oxygen Establish an airway if needed Stop absorption Epinephrine This remains the most important pharmacological management of anaphylaxis (J All Clin Innunol , 1994; 94:666-8) 0.3 – 0.5 mg IV or SQ Use 0.3 – 0.5 ml of 1:1,000 dilution SQ Use 3 – 5 ml of 1:10,000 dilution IV Inhaled beta-agonists Establish Adequate Venous Access
Secondary Therapy Antihistamines (H1 & H2 blockers) 25-50mg hydroxyzine or diphenhydramine Q6 hours Cimetidine 300mg every 8-12 hours Corticosteroids (may shorten protracted reactions but do not provide immediate benefit) 250 mg hydrocortisone Q6 hours IV Aminophylline (probably not as useful as inhaled b-agonists) Load with 6 mg/kg/hr IV Maintain with 0.3 – 0.6 mg/kg/hr IV Observation in the hospital for at least 24 hours (for relapse) Glucagon (1 mg IV) can be useful in patients which anaphylactic shock on beta-blockers as these patients may be resistent to epinephrine