Shock researchers meet in Germany

Quick aide is essential when accidents happen. A traumatic shock can lead to death if not treated (courtesy: photocase.com)

Worlds leading shock researchers meet at the University of Witten/Herdecke from 28. June  - 2. Juli 2008. The meeting with some 800-1000 scientists from all over the world is conducted by the International Federation of Shock Societies (IFSS). At the same time the American Shock Society will meet there, for the first time holding the annual meeting outside the USA. Traumatic shocks caused by severe accidents are often underestimated and can lead to death.

A shock is not a disease in the common sense but a syndrome, a serious circulatory collapse, that can lead to death if not treated immediately. 

The causes for shock syndromes underestimated worldwide

Five million people die each year by accidents. During the acute phase of an injury often bleeding and disfunctions of clotting occure which can lead to multiple organ failure in the intensive care. The circulation collapses - a traumatic shock.

The reasons for this life threatening state are complex. Worldwide research focuses on this  question.

In 450 talks and posters in 21 symposia the medical doctors, biologists and other scientists will address the numerous scientific problems and exchange knowledge.

More information:

http://www.shock2008-cologne.org

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