In this episode, we discuss one of the most dangerous secondary complications seen in the critically ill: Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC). Tune in as we cover the clotting cascade and how opposing treatment regimens may be indicated for your patients depending on the stage of the disease’s progression.
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