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septic

[sep-tik] / ˈsɛp tɪk /
















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The Polish patients' rights ombudsman also found that Izabela's rights had been violated, and recommended new protocols for septic shock and for situations posing threats to a woman's health.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

"When sepsis is not recognized early and managed promptly, it can lead to septic shock, multiple organ failure and death," Distinguished Professor von Itzstein said.

From Science Daily • Jan. 30, 2026

In 2018 she developed septic shock while receiving cancer treatment at the same hospital campus, which is now at the centre of a public inquiry into safety issues.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

City officials in December said the advanced septic systems were no longer required, after determining advice to do so from the state was incorrect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

The rolling hills, once perfect lakes of snow, were dotted with mangled trucks and rusted septic tanks.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover