Causes of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) remain elusive. Much of the current literature points to an infectious cause with a role for proinflammatory cytokines and septic shock in stimulating an overwhelming response in an infant. This article reviews the literature and possible causes of this devastating condition.

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©2000 American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
2000
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