Most common cause of hemolytic uremic syndrome is –
Correct Answer: E.coli
Description: Etiology of HUS
HUS usually follows an episode of acute gastroenteritis.
Less commonly, patient may present after an upper respiratory tract infection.
The organisms responsible are -
E.coli (most common) → EHEC (shiga toxin producing)
Shigella dysenteriae
Salmonella
Bartonella
Streptococcus pneumonia
Campylobacter
Category:
Pediatrics
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