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hemolytic uremic syndrome |
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hemolytic uremic syndrome [hē·mə¦lid·ik yə¦rēm·ik ′sin‚drōm] (medicine) An illness characterized by the abrupt onset of decreased urine production, loss of kidney function, and anemia. It may be accompanied by edema, hypertension, blood-clotting disorders, and seizures. It is often caused by infection withEscherichia coliO157:H7 but has also been associated withSalmonellaandShigella. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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To the Editor: Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli (EHEC) can cause severe hemorrhagic colitis characterized by gastrointestinal symptoms and bloody diarrhea as well as hemolytic uremic syndrome (1). coli will develop hemolytic uremic syndrome, the principal cause of kidney failure in children. These enterotoxins can damage the lining of the intestine, cause anemia, stomach cramps and bloody diarrhea, and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) leading to kidney failure. |
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