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Streptococcus pneumoniae-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome

Authors: Lawrence Copelovitch, Bernard S. Kaplan

Published in: Pediatric Nephrology | Issue 11/2008

Abstract

Streptococcus pneumonia-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) (pneumococcal HUS) is an uncommon condition mainly observed in young children. Early recognition is critical, because of the potential to improve morbidity and mortality. In our review we summarize the pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic difficulties and management of this potentially under-diagnosed condition.

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Title: Streptococcus pneumoniae-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome
Authors: Lawrence Copelovitch
Bernard S. Kaplan
Publication date: 01-11-2008
Publisher: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in: Pediatric Nephrology / Issue 11/2008
Print ISSN: 0931-041X
Electronic ISSN: 1432-198X
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00467-007-0518-y

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