Clinical management of infectious shock induced by tsutsugamushi disease with multi-organ failure: A case report abstract.

Diagn Microbiol Infect Dis

The Fifth Affiliated Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510900, Guangdong Province, China. Electronic address:

Published: February 2025

Vector-Borne disease represent a significant global public health issue, with tsutsugamushi disease (TD) being a notable zoonotic disease transmitted through the bites of chigger larvae. TD is associated with a broad spectrum of complications and is characterized by high rates of morbidity and mortality. Diagnostic, therapeutic, and care standards for TD differ across regions worldwide, and there is a dearth of documented care cases. This case report details a critical TD presentation involving infectious shock and multiple organ failure. After nine days of intensive treatment and nursing intervention, which included correction of hypoxemia, anti-infection measures, antispasmodic and asthmatic management, and stabilization of the internal environment, the patient's condition was effectively managed.

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