Infective shock
Very rarely, blood may be contaminated by bacteria such as Pseudomonas fluorescens, or in the case of platelets, with Staphylococcus aureus. About 1 case per year are reported.
The condition is associated with a high mortality and prompt treatment with appropriate antibiotics is essential.
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