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Hemolytic-uremic syndrome associated with pneumococcal infection Review

Abstract

Streptococcus pneumonia-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is an uncommon condition mainly observed in young children. This review presents the pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic difficulties and management of this condition.

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M. Yu. Kagan
Regional children clinical hospital, Orenburg
Russian Federation


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Kagan M.Yu. Hemolytic-uremic syndrome associated with pneumococcal infection Review. Nephrology and Dialysis. 2013;15(2):116-119. (In Russ.)

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