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Table 27-1

Causes of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation

AcuteChronic
SepsisMalignancy (hematologic or solid organ)
ShockLiver disease
TraumaVascular abnormalities
Head injuryAortic aneurysm
Crush injuryAortic dissection
Burns (extensive)Peritoneovenous shunt
Extracorporeal circulation (eg, ECMO)Intra-aortic balloon pump
Pregnancy catastrophes
Placental abruption
Amniotic fluid embolus
Septic abortion
Embolism of fat or cholesterol
Hepatic failure (severe)
Toxic/immune reactions (severe)
Snake bites
Hemolytic transfusion reactions

ECMO, extracorporeal membranous oxygenation.