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SIC score interpretation for COVID-19

SIC stands for sepsis‐induced coagulopathy, which sometimes precedes disseminated intravascular congestion (DIC) where clotting throughout the body can diminish organ function. It is often associated with sepsis and severe inflammatory response, often as a result of infections, such as COVID-19. Additionally, many autopsies of COVID-19 fatalities found evidence of DIC.

SIC scores are a way to evaluate patients' risk of developing DIC and suggest the best course of treatment. Recommend treatments may also help COVID-19 patients.

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Updated 2020-06-19

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SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)

Biomedical Sciences