Sepsis
Sepsis, also referred to as blood poisoning or septicaemia, is a potentially life-threatening complication of an infection or injury.
Sepsis can be triggered by an infection in any part of the body. The most common sites of infection leading to sepsis are the lungs, urinary tract, tummy (abdomen) and pelvis.
Treatment for sepsis varies, depending on the site and cause of the initial infection, the organs affected and the extent of any damage.