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AbstractProcalcitonin (PCT) is a new early indicator of developing systemic bacterial infection. As compared with other anti-inflammatory markers (cytokines, acute stage proteins), the attained plasma levels during extensive but uncomplicated surgery are by orders lower than maximal levels during sepsis. The authors assume that PCT will be used in surgical practice as an early indicator of developing systemic bacterial infection (in multiple injuries, after surgery) and for subsequent evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment of septic conditions.
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