Simple coagulation tests improve early mortality prediction for patients in intensive care units who have proven or suspected septic shock

*Haematology Laboratory, University Hospital, Niˆmes; Faculty of Pharmacy, and the Research Unit 2992, Montpellier University, Montpellier; Department of Medical Information, University Hospital, Niˆmes; §The Central ICU, University Hospital, Niˆmes; and –Haematology Laboratory,Montpellier University, Montpellier, FranceTo cite this article: Lissalde-Lavigne G, Combescure C, Dorangeon E, Lefrant J-Y, Gris J-C. Simple coagulation tests improve early mortalityprediction for patients in intensive care units who have proven or suspected septic shock. J Thromb Haemost 2007; 5: 1081–3.