Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) is a condition in which one or more organ systems fail. The dysfunction of these organ systems is not usually linked to the initial damage or illness process. MODS is caused by a dysregulated inflammatory response that is induced by a variety of circumstances.
Patients suffering from multiple organ dysfunction syndrome are often referred to the hospital to be treated for underlying or related disorders such as hypermetabolism or hypoperfusion. Unfortunately, it has the potential to be fatal. No one cause of organ failure exists, and it might be a combination of variables depending on the patient.