Pack removal was delayed for a further 24 hours.
The patient became pyrexial (39.8oC), and coagulation
became further deranged. Platelet count dropped to 17 * 109/l.
D-dimers were elevated. Respiratory function deteriorated, requiring
an FiO2 of 1.0, and inverse ratio pressure-control ventilation.
The patient died of respiratory failure on Day 21, despite aggressive
respiratory management.
