The role of platelets in sepsis: A review.

Biomol Biomed

Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China; Department of Emergency, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China.

Published: January 2024

Sepsis, a life-threatening condition characterized by organ dysfunction, results from a complex series of pathophysiological mechanisms including immune dysfunction, an uncontrolled inflammatory response, and coagulation abnormalities. It is a major contributor to global mortality and severe disease development. Platelets, abundant in the circulatory system, are sensitive to changes in the body's internal environment and are among the first cells to respond to dysregulated pro-inflammatory and pro-coagulant reactions at the onset of sepsis. In the initial stages of sepsis, the coagulation cascade, inflammatory response, and endothelial tissue damage perpetually trigger platelet activation. These activated platelets then engage in complex inflammatory and immune reactions, potentially leading to organ dysfunction. Therefore, further research is essential to fully understand the role of platelets in sepsis pathology and to develop effective therapeutic strategies targeting the associated pathogenic pathways. This review delves into the involvement of platelets in sepsis and briefly outlines the clinical applications of associated biomarkers.

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