Abstract Objective: We report on a case of severe dengue diagnosed in a patient with major trauma and illustrate some of the potential challenges and considerations in the clinical management of such cases. Method: Case report from Hanoi, Vietnam Results: A 49-year-old female presented following road trauma incident requiring urgent laparotomy. Her recovery in Intensive Care Unit was complicated by the development of Dengue Shock Syndrome. Conclusions: Dengue Shock Syndrome may complicate fluid management and bleeding control in major trauma cases.
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