A Phase III, Open Label, Randomized, Controlled Study of VBI-S in the Treatment of Hypovolemia in Patients With Septic Shock

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY This study is being conducted to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of VBI-S in elevating the blood pressure of septic shock patients with absolute or relative hypovolemia. STUDY TREATMENT Sepsis is a serious condition resulting from the presence of harmful microorganisms in the blood or other tissues and the body's response to their presence, leading to the malfunctioning of various organs. When hypotension due to sepsis cannot be reversed with the infusion of fluids the patient is in a state of septic shock. Septic shock is therefore an acute medical emergency and de…