Obstructive shock

This is a type of shock caused by an obstruction to outflow of blood from the heart or major vessels. Fluid cannot be mechanically pumped around the vasculature at a sufficient rate to supply the organs.

 

Causes

• Cardiac tamponade
• Pulmonary embolism
• Tension pneumothorax
• Aortic stenosis  
• Aortic coarctation