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Bookmark or Share- Hemolytic–uremic syndrome - WikipediaHemolytic–uremic syndrome ( HUS) is a group of blood disorders characterized by low red blood cells, acute kidney injury (previously called acute renal failure), and low platelets. [1] [3] Initial symptoms typically include bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, and weakness.
- Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicA physical exam and lab tests can confirm a diagnosis of hemolytic uremic syndrome. Lab tests might include: Blood tests. These tests can show if the red blood cells are damaged. Blood tests also can show a low platelet count, low red blood cell count or a higher than usual level of a waste product usually removed by the kidneys, called creatinine.
- Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) - Symptoms and causesHemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a condition that can occur when small blood vessels become damaged and inflamed. This damage can cause clots to form in the vessels all through the body. The clots can damage the kidneys and other organs.
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland ClinicHemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) affects blood vessels in your kidneys and causes blood clots. E. coli is a common cause. Treatment includes IV fluids and medicine.
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome - StatPearls - NCBI BookshelfHemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a thrombotic microangiopathy (TMA) characterized by thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, and acute kidney injury. HUS is most commonly caused by Shiga toxin (typical HUS) or, less commonly, infections or genetic abnormalities activating the alternative complement pathway (atypical HUS).
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