Septic shock is a
life-threatening condition that happens when your blood pressure drops to a
dangerously low level after an infection. The infection will
first cause a response from the body known as sepsis (see the box on
this page). If sepsis is not treated, it can lead to severe sepsis and septic
shock.
Infective microorganisms can infect the blood, causing septicaemia and leading to septic shock.