Mechanism | Pulmonary capillary wedge pressure | Cardiac output | Systemic vascular resistance | Treatment |
---|---|---|---|---|
Distributive | Low | Normal or high | Low | Pressors Intravenous fluids Etiology-specific therapies (eg, antibiotics, epinephrine) |
Cardiogenic | High | Low | High | Inotropes Mechanical circulatory support |
Hypovolemic | Low | Normal or low | Normal or high | Intravenous fluids Etiology-specific therapies (eg, blood transfusion) |