<P> The prognosis of shock depends on the underlying cause and the nature and extent of concurrent problems . Hypovolemic, anaphylactic and neurogenic shock are readily treatable and respond well to medical therapy . Septic shock however, is a grave condition with a mortality rate between 30% and 50% . The prognosis of cardiogenic shock is even worse with a mortality rate between 70% and 90% . </P> <P> In 1972 Hinshaw and Cox suggested the classification system for shock which is still used today . </P>

Bleeding and pain that lead to shock and death occurs as a result of