hemolytic uremic syndrome
noun
: a rare disease that is marked by the formation of thrombi in the capillaries and arterioles especially of the kidney, that is characterized clinically by hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and progressive kidney failure, that has several causes (such as infection with E. coli or the use of chemotherapeutic or immunosuppressant drugs), and that primarily affects infants and young children
—abbreviation HUS
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While most people recover from an E. coli infection within a week, a rare type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome can affect 5 to 10 percent of people infected with certain strains of the bacteria.
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George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
The report said that 20 of 47 were hospitalized and one developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, which can cause kidney failure.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
Hackney adds that in some cases, raw milk can lead to life-threatening complications like meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 14 Dec. 2024
For example, certain E. coli infections can lead to a serious health condition called hemolytic uremic syndrome, or HUS, which can cause kidney failure, permanent health problems and death, according to the CDC.
—Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 23 Oct. 2024
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George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
The report said that 20 of 47 were hospitalized and one developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, which can cause kidney failure.
—Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
Hackney adds that in some cases, raw milk can lead to life-threatening complications like meningitis and hemolytic uremic syndrome.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 14 Dec. 2024
For example, certain E. coli infections can lead to a serious health condition called hemolytic uremic syndrome, or HUS, which can cause kidney failure, permanent health problems and death, according to the CDC.
—Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 23 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for hemolytic uremic syndrome
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“Hemolytic uremic syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hemolytic%20uremic%20syndrome. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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