Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s response to an infection results in damage to its own tissues and organs. It can progress rapidly and lead to organ failure, septic shock and even death if not treated promptly.The Swiss Atlas of Healthcare shows the frequency of inpatient treatments related to sepsis.
Detailed information on sepsis can be found on the website of the Swiss Sepsis Program.
Article by Lüthi et al. 2025 on the incidence, mortality, and economic burden of sepsis in Switzerland in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases