How technology is shaping the future of Sepsis Treatment
The UK Sepsis Treatment Trust estimates that there are approximately 150,000 cases each year of sepsis across the UK. Unfortunately, around 25,000 people are affected by the condition. Although sepsis can be treated, doctors need to act quickly as it is extremely serious and can lead to death if not treated. Doctors may not be able to diagnose the condition immediately.
You may be eligible for a sepsis claim if your sepsis diagnosis was incorrect or it was not detected in a timely manner.
Recent technological advances in this field have resulted from the high mortality rate and difficulty diagnosing and treating sepsis. We’ll be discussing the innovations that are shaping the future treatment of sepsis.
What is Sepsis?
Sepsis refers to a condition where a patient experiences an extreme reaction after an infection. Sepsis can be fatal in many cases. Infections that are usually manageable can lead to severe complications. Although bacterial infections are the most common cause, sepsis can also be caused by COVID-19 or flu.
Although no hard numbers are available, it is believed that COVID-19 patients died from sepsis. Sepsis symptoms include high heart rates, weak pulses, extreme pain, discomfort, confusion, or disorientation. Sepsis is often treated in UK hospitals with antibiotics.
Sometimes, patients will develop sepsis in a hospital setting. This is due to an increase in hospital admissions over recent years. Patient must also be informed about sepsis at the hospital.
Unfortunately, 4 out of 10 people who contract the disease will die from misdiagnosis or late diagnosis. Sepsis is responsible for at least 48,000 deaths in the UK each year. In addition to the shocking number of deaths, many patients also suffer from life-altering side effects after being diagnosed with sepsis, including mental health issues.
How technology is shaping the future of Sepsis Treatment
Like many other medical sectors, doctors are looking to technology to decrease the number of deaths due to sepsis. Some of the new tech is the following:
Detection
The Weezion dx technology can identify sepsis bacteria or fungemia in as little as 90 minutes. This is in contrast to the typical 24 hours or more that medical testing requires. Doctors can identify the microorganism that causes the sepsis bacteria faster, which gives patients a better prognosis.
Artificial intelligence is also playing a role in quicker sepsis diagnosis. This advanced technology will often mean that a faster diagnosis will prevent the need for better care management.
Monitoring
It is vital that sepsis can be detected early so that healthcare professionals can quickly intervene if a patient’s condition worsens after being diagnosed.
Many UK hospitals, including those located in Liverpool, Cambridge, and Berkshire, are now using digital technology. This allows them to combine patient observations with lab results into one central hub. This is done to improve patient care and their outlook. To speed up diagnosis and treatment, the digital system is being used to screen patients upon admission to hospitals.
Treatment
AI and other technologies are being used in the UK to improve treatment and medication measurement based on patient history and individual circumstances. It is crucial that patients receive the correct treatment at the right moment in order to maximize their chances of survival and complete recovery.
AI has enabled medical professionals around the globe to more accurately analyse diseases and conditions to help them better understand how they affect patients.
Sepsis and New Technology
There is hope for fewer deaths as well as better treatment when the healthcare system uses technology to detect sepsis.
We have already discussed how advanced technology like AI can be used to detect, predict, and manage infections early.
If you suspect that your loved one is suffering from sepsis you should immediately seek medical attention. Call an ambulance right away or go straight to the hospital. Every second counts in diagnosing and treating this condition.
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