Introduction
death, shock
VASODILATORY SHOCK, SHOCK
Vasodilatory shock is the most common form of shock and can result in high rates of organ failure and death [Angiotensin II (AT II) is an endogenous peptide hormone and a component of the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system (RAAS). This compound has a unique mechanism of action, distinct from those of catecholamines and vasopressin [Despite these observations, in the real-world setting, AT II has been initiated at much higher baseline vasopressor doses (i.e., > 0.5 µg/kg/min) than doses used in the ATHOS-3 trial (> 0.2 µg/kg/min), often as ‘salvage therapy’ leading to suboptimal outcomes [