A 40 year old develops disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).Upon obtaining the history, which finding is the most likely cause of this condition?
A) Snakebite
B) Blood transfusion
C) Sepsis
D) Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)

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Sepsis is a common cause of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) due to the widespread activation of the coagulation cascade triggered by the systemic inflammatory response.

A 40 Year Old Develops Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)