Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome Child Flashcards

1
Q

When does this occur?

A

With E. Coli 0157

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2
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What is HUS?

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Triad of:

  • Haemolytic anaemia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Acute renal failure
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3
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What does HUS clinically present with?

A

Blood diarrhoea (verotoxin) then develops

  • Oliguria
  • Haematuria
  • Kidney failure
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