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What are the consequences of having maternal septic shock?
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Unclear question: Untreated septic shock can result in death, in a mother or any other individual.
Answered 3/14/2012
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Septic shock: Septic shock is caused by a serious bacterial infection usually found in the uterus. It is associated with vascular collapse, kidney damage, breathing difficulties, coma, and death.
Answered 12/13/2014
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