Complex presentation of atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome: A case study

Authors

  • Venkata Reddy Gangireddy
  • Bandi Venkata Varshitha
  • Srinivasa Reddy Annapureddy
  • Bhargavi Chadarajupalli
  • Ravikanth Reddy Yalamuri

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32677/ijcr.v10i9.4690

Keywords:

Eculizumab, multidisciplinary approach, renal failure

Abstract

This case study discusses atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) in a 67-year-old female who presented with hypertension and hyperlipidemia 8 days after a suspected foodborne illness. Her initial presentation included acute respiratory and renal failure in which her condition required extensive re-warming, intubation, pressor or vasopressor therapy, continuous renal replacement therapy or hemodialysis, broad-spectrum antibiotic therapy, and blood and culture workups. Kidney function also showed signs of renal failure, metabolic acidosis, thrombocytopenia, and an elevated level of lactate dehydrogenase in the laboratory results. Radiological investigations demonstrated enteritis, colitis, and an ischemic infarct without hemorrhage. Multidisciplinary consultations achieved the importance and urgency of early diagnosis and treatment of aHUS to prevent irreversible organ damage. This case highlights the role of a timely diagnosis and interprofessional patient care in the treatment of severe aHUS.

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Published

2024-08-31

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Case Report

How to Cite

Complex presentation of atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome: A case study. (2024). Indian Journal of Case Reports, 10(9), 289-292. https://doi.org/10.32677/ijcr.v10i9.4690

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