Meaning Of The Word Sepsis

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What's The Definition Of Sepsis?

sepsis in American English
a poisoned state caused by the absorption of pathogenic microorganisms and their products into the bloodstream
noun: local or generalized invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms or their toxins

sepsis in British English
noun: the presence of pus-forming bacteria in the body

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