Neurogenic Shock in Children
Pediatric EM Morsels
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Most commonly caused by fracture or dislocation of vertebrae. Shunting of blood to the extremities results in thermal dysregulation and subsequent hypothermia. Updated 2022 Feb 10]. Updated 2022 Mar 3]. This leads to descending sympathetic tracts being disrupted. Unopposed vagal tone leads to bradycardia. 5 th Edition.
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