1. KFOC - Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome A description of hemolytic uremic syndrome, where the bacteria comes from, who develops it, the symptoms and how to prevent E.coli 0157H7. http://www.kidney.ca/english/publications/factsheets/hemolytic.htm

Profile Programs Volunteering Offices ... Main Page Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome What is hemolytic uremic syndrome? Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), commonly referred to as "Hamburger Disease", is a disease that affects the kidneys and other organs. It poses a substantial threat to Canadian children as one of the leading causes of both acute and chronic kidney failure. HUS is more commonly seen in the warmer months of the year, following a gastrointestinal illness caused primarily by a particular strain of bacteria known as E.coli 0157:H7. While other types of E.coli are commonly found in the gastrointestinal tract of healthy humans, this particular strain (0157:H7) is not usually present except in diarrheal illnesses. This bacteria (E.coli 0157:H7) is known to produce toxins, which are the main cause of the symptoms related to the gastrointestinal illness. The most common symptoms of E.coli 0157:H7 Gastroenteritis are the following: diarrhea bloody diarrhea vomiting abdominal cramps fever People of all age groups are at risk for E.coli 0157:H7 gastroenteritis; however, young children and the elderly are at greater risk for more severe symptoms. This infection is highly contagious. Thousands of Canadians are identified with this infection each year and many epidemics have been reported in Canada (the most recent being Walkerton), the United States, and Europe.

2. EMedicine - Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome : Article By William Shapiro, MD hemolytic uremic syndrome hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is characterized by acute renal failure, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, fever, http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic238.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Emergency Medicine Hematology And Oncology Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Last Updated: June 18, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: HUS, acute renal failure, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, diarrhea, Escherichia coli, E coli AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 11 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: William Shapiro, MD , Consulting Staff, Department of Urgent Care and Emergency Medicine, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation William Shapiro, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Emergency Medicine American College of Emergency Physicians , and American College of Physicians Editor(s): William Gossman, MD , Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Project Medical Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital; Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD

3. HUS Home Page Atypical HUS, is a rare disease among children causing kidney failure and high blood pressure. Offering support and information including, treatment, symptoms, case studies and research. http://AtypicalHus.50megs.com

Free Web Site Free Web Space and Site Hosting Web Hosting Internet Store and Ecommerce Solution Provider ... High Speed Internet if(window.ivnRotate) window.ivnRotate1 = new window.ivnRotate('ivnRotate1',0,document.awsSearch1.Keywords) Popular Searches: The Atypical HUS Website HUS Home Page Treatments - Symptoms Case Studies Contact /Register/Links Page ... Other Organizations of Interest Welcome! This site contains information for anyone interested in learning more about the disease called HUS (Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome) We will show the differences between two types of HUS: Typical HUS and Atypical HUS. The information is presented in both common terminology and also in medical terminology This page is dedicated to all of the children who are battling this disease. So little is known about the disease, and we hope to raise awareness and funds in order to find better treatments. Atypical HUS Atypical HUS (Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome) is not caused by an external agent (such as a bacteria, virus etc). Instead, some sort of internal chain of events sets the HUS off, and the syndrome becomes active. The syndrome is not well understood. It may be a genetic weakness due to a missing or deficient protein or enzyme. It may be a variety of other unknown causes. In either case, Atypical HUS patients have many of the the same symptons as Typical HUS Patients.

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5. ? Hemolytic-uremic Syndrome (HUS) A medical encycopedia article on the topic Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (HUS) http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

6. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome A series of booklets and fact sheets introducing the major treatment options for kidney failure as well as addressing more specific complications and http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/kudiseases/pubs/childkidneydiseases/hemolytic_uremic

Email To A Friend PDF Version Also see: Kidney Disease in Children Series Home Kidney Disease in Children : Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic (HEE-mo-LIT-ik) uremic (yoo-REE-mik) syndrome, or HUS, is one of the most common causes of sudden, short-term kidney failure in children. In severe cases, this acute kidney failure may require several sessions of dialysis to take over the kidneys' job of filtering wastes from the blood, but most children recover without permanent damage to their health. Most cases of HUS occur after an infection of the digestive system by Escherichia coli bacterium, which is found in contaminated foods like meat, dairy products, and juice. Some people have contracted HUS after swimming in pools or lakes contaminated with feces. Washing and cooking foods adequately, avoiding undercooked meats, and avoiding unclean swimming areas are the best ways to protect your children from this disease. The infection of the digestive tract is called gastroenteritis and may cause the child to vomit and have stomach cramps and bloody diarrhea. Most children who experience gastroenteritis recover fully in 2 or 3 days and do not develop HUS. In a few children, however, HUS develops when the bacteria lodged in the digestive system make toxins that enter the bloodstream and start to destroy red blood cells. Symptoms of HUS may not become apparent until a week after the digestive problems. The child remains pale, tired, and irritable. Other symptoms include small, unexplained bruises or bleeding from the nose or mouth that may occur because the toxins also destroy the platelets, cells that normally help clotting.

7. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Factsheet on this complication of some E. coli infections. http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/kudiseases/pubs/childkidneydiseases/hemolytic_uremic

Email To A Friend PDF Version Also see: Kidney Disease in Children Series Home Kidney Disease in Children : Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic (HEE-mo-LIT-ik) uremic (yoo-REE-mik) syndrome, or HUS, is one of the most common causes of sudden, short-term kidney failure in children. In severe cases, this acute kidney failure may require several sessions of dialysis to take over the kidneys' job of filtering wastes from the blood, but most children recover without permanent damage to their health. Most cases of HUS occur after an infection of the digestive system by Escherichia coli bacterium, which is found in contaminated foods like meat, dairy products, and juice. Some people have contracted HUS after swimming in pools or lakes contaminated with feces. Washing and cooking foods adequately, avoiding undercooked meats, and avoiding unclean swimming areas are the best ways to protect your children from this disease. The infection of the digestive tract is called gastroenteritis and may cause the child to vomit and have stomach cramps and bloody diarrhea. Most children who experience gastroenteritis recover fully in 2 or 3 days and do not develop HUS. In a few children, however, HUS develops when the bacteria lodged in the digestive system make toxins that enter the bloodstream and start to destroy red blood cells. Symptoms of HUS may not become apparent until a week after the digestive problems. The child remains pale, tired, and irritable. Other symptoms include small, unexplained bruises or bleeding from the nose or mouth that may occur because the toxins also destroy the platelets, cells that normally help clotting.

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9. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is characterized by destruction of red blood cells, damage to the Additional Information on hemolytic uremic syndrome http://kidney.niddk.nih.gov/kudiseases/pubs/hemolyticuremic/

Email To A Friend PDF Version Home : Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic (HEE-mo-LIT-ik) uremic (yoo-REE-mik) syndrome is a rare condition affecting mostly children under the age of 10. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is characterized by destruction of red blood cells, damage to the lining of blood vessel walls, and, in severe cases, kidney failure. Most cases of HUS occur after an infection in the digestive system caused by the Escherichia coli For most children with HUS, the vomiting and diarrhea stop after 2 or 3 days. Even when the gastroenteritis has stopped, the child does not recover full health, remaining pale, tired, and irritable. The bacteria originally lodged in the digestive system make toxins that enter the bloodstream, and these toxins destroy red blood cells. Small, unexplained bruises or small clot-sized hemorrhages visible in the mucosal lining of the mouth may occur because the toxins also destroy the platelets, cells that normally contribute to the clotting system. The damaged red blood cells and other factors may clog the tiny blood vessels in the kidneys or cause lesions in the kidneys, making the kidneys work harder to remove wastes and extra fluid from the blood. The child may produce little urine as a result. The body's inability to rid itself of excess fluid and waste may in turn cause hypertension or swelling of the hands and feet or may cause generalized fluid accumulation (edema).

10. Methodist Health Care System hemolytic uremic syndrome, a description, what causes it, possible progression, treatments and statistics for this disease. http://www.methodisthealth.com/urogen/hemolyt.htm

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12. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a predominantly pediatric condition that consists The risk of hemolytic uremic syndrome after antibiotic treatment of http://www.theberries.ns.ca/Archives/HUS.html

Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a predominantly pediatric condition that consists of the simultaneous triad of hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and acute renal failure. Although uncommon, occurring in approximately 100 children in Canada per year, it is the most common cause of acute renal failure in children and is fatal in a small percentage o children (less than 5%). The recent E. coli epidemic in Walkerton, Ontario and ongoing concern about coliform contamination of water supplies has resulted in discussion of HUS in the media and has raised awareness of HUS in the general public. Timely diagnosis and optimal management require physicians to be knowledgeable about this syndrome and when to suspect HUS. HUS - Causative Factors HUS is commonly divided into two groups; those occurring after a diarrheal illness and non-diarrheal HUS. Diarrhea associated HUS is the most common, comprising 75% of all the cases. The most common causative agent is Escherichia coli 0157:H7. Most E.coli 0157 infections result in mild diarrhea but hemorrhagic colitis can occur. HUS occurs in about 10% of children with E.coli 0157:H7 hemorrhagic colitis. Diarrhea associated HUS usually occurs in young children (7 months to 6 years), predominantly in summer and early fall. Sources of contamination include undercooked meat, unpasteurized milk or juice or contaminated water. It can be passed from person to person. Other bacterial diarrheal agents that can cause HUS include Shigella and Salmonellas.

13. WebMD Health - 404 Error Information about hemolytic uremic syndrome including a definition, causes, incidence, risk factors, symptoms, signs, tests, treatment, prognosis, possible complications and when to call the doctor. http://my.webmd.com/content/healthwise/92/22841.htm

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14. Methodist Health Care System hemolytic uremic syndrome, a description, what causes it, possible progression, treatments and statistics for this disease. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

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16. Hamburger Disease (Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome) Article describes hemolytic uremic syndrome, its symptoms, and treatment. http://rarediseases.about.com/cs/hemolyticuremic/a/080203.htm

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17. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome In Children - MayoClinic.com hemolytic uremic syndrome is a lifethreatening complication of E. coli infection. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

18. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) Links to articles, information, and resources for hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). http://rarediseases.about.com/cs/hemolyticuremic/

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19. Pathogenesis Of Shiga Toxin-Associated Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Pathogenesis of Shiga ToxinAssociated hemolytic uremic syndrome FRAN OIS PROULX , ERNEST G. SEIDMAN and DIANA KARPMAN http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

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document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home > Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome search help Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome What is hemolytic uremic syndrome? Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a condition in which there is clumping of platelets within the kidney's small blood vessels resulting in educed blood flow to the kidney leading to kidney failure. The partial blockage of the blood vessels also leads to destruction of red cells (hemolysis) - the effects on red cells are similar to throwing a tomato through chicken wire. Platelets are also decreased which contributes to bleeding problems. What are the causes of hemolytic uremic syndrome? There are many causes for this syndrome and E. coli bacteria (particularly serotype E. coli 0157:H7) is one of them. Others include shigella bacteria, drugs, tumors, pregnancy, and systemic lupus erythematosus. HUS associated with E. coli bacteria has been in the news due to several deaths associated with undercooked beef and tainted unpasteurized apple juice. These cases typically begin with severe abdominal cramps and diarrhea which may become bloody by the second or third day. Nausea and vomiting is present in approximately half of the patients. Most patients recover in 7-10 days, but some (6%) go on to have HUS. This is most likely to happen in children and the elderly. Some patients develop neurological problems such as seizures. Many patients require

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