Complications
Complication
Timeframe
Likelihood
short term
high
Predisposes patient to bleeding complications. Major bleeding occurs infrequently, but is a manifestation of advanced infection that is usually fatal. When available, platelet and plasma transfusions should be given according to local protocols.[120]
short term
medium
Frequent in severe disease. May be caused by dehydration initially, but may be a consequence of disseminated intravascular coagulation or direct damage to the kidneys by the CCHF virus in later stages. Early recognition by monitoring urine output and blood biochemistry enables prompt action to be taken.
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