Escherichia coli Complications in Pediatric Critical Care.
Publication/Presentation Date
3-1-2018
Abstract
Escherichia coli is a bacterium that is an important part of the intestinal tract; however, it has the potential to become pathogenic. Shiga toxin-producing E coli (STEC) is a leading cause of E coli infections and has led to outbreaks in North America. Transmission is through ingestion of contaminated food sources, and via infected humans and animals. Young children infected with STEC are at high risk for developing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). HUS is a clinical syndrome characterized by macroangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute renal failure. Early diagnosis and supportive treatment of HUS are essential to limit complications.
Volume
30
Issue
1
First Page
149
Last Page
156
ISSN
1558-3481
Published In/Presented At
Puentes, S. S., & Dunstan, M. (2018). Escherichia coli Complications in Pediatric Critical Care. Critical Care Nursing Clinics Of North America, 30(1), 149-156. doi:10.1016/j.cnc.2017.10.013
Disciplines
Critical Care Nursing | Emergency Medicine | Nursing | Pediatric Nursing
PubMedID
29413210
Department(s)
Patient Care Services / Nursing, Patient Care Services / Nursing Faculty
Document Type
Article