[Does the coexistence of cancer have an influence on the course of sepsis].

Unlabelled: The guidelines for management of sepsis are constantly updated, nevertheless sepsis is still a difficult clinical problem, especially as its treatment often ends in failure. Hospitalized cancer patients diagnosed with sepsis are especially concerned, as sepsis death rate is significant in that group of patients. The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare cancer- and non-cancer patients diagnosed with sepsis.