SALVAGE therapy for mitigating sepsis.
| Component | Purpose | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Steroids | Reduce inflammation |
| A | Antibiotics | Mitigate bacterial infection |
| L | Low-dose heparin | Prevents thromboembolisms |
| V | Ventilation with lung protective strategy | Ensures adequate tissue oxygen delivery |
| A | Activated protein C | Reduces clotting |
| G | Glucose homeostasis | Prevents hypoglycemia |
| E | Early goal directed therapy | Early resolution prevents mortality |