Association Between Myocardial Dysfunction and Septic Shock

Read full text
Authors: Vlad Pădureanu, Daniel Cosmin Caragea, Denisa Pîrșcoveanu, Dalia Dop, Alexandru Munteanu, D Rădulescu, Dragoș George Popa, Dragoș Forțofoiu, Alice Nicoleta Drăgoescu, Rodica Pădureanu
Cited by: 3
References: 83

Abstract

There is a substantial correlation between cardiac dysfunction and elevated mortality in sepsis. Impaired myocardial perfusion, direct myocardial injury, and mitochondrial dysfunction are all part of the complex pathophysiology of sepsis-induced myocardial dysfunction. Recent evidence has shown the critical role mitochondrial dysfunction plays in the development of sepsis-induced myocardial dysfunction. In order to prevent and treat sepsis-induced myocardial dysfunction, a variety of drugs have been proposed. However, patient outcomes have not been appreciably enhanced by this therapy. This underscores the need for novel treatment approaches that target the specific pathways underlying cardiac dysfunction in sepsis. The prognosis is greatly impacted by sepsis-induced cardiac dysfunction, monitoring it is crucial. Clinicians employ a mix of clinical evaluations, hemodynamic monitoring, echocardiography, and bSICiomarkers to efficiently monitor this illness. The combined application of these techniques provides a comprehensive evaluation of cardiac function, thereby supporting timely optimization of treatment strategies. Treatments for septic shock and established sepsis will be beneficial for patients with this condition. However, there is little information and evidence about more targeted therapy, except than general management with vasopressors, inotropes, and fluid resuscitation. This study provides an outline of current knowledge on the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying sepsis-induced cardiac dysfunction, as well as the effects of monitoring and current treatments on sepsis-induced myocardial dysfunction.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment Acute Kidney Injury Research Hemodynamic Monitoring and Therapy

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Publisher
MDPI AG
Volume
27
Issue
6
Pages
2552–2552
Publication date
10 March 2026
Language
EN