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Shiga toxin-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome: advances in pathogenesis and therapeutics.
Current opinion in nephrology and hypertension - 1 Jul 2012
Petruzziello-Pellegrini Tania N, Marsden Philip A
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Diarrhea-associated hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) caused by Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) continues to be an important public health threat worldwide. Specific therapies are lacking and patient care remains largely supportive. This review discusses the lessons learned from recent events and summarizes key advances made toward understanding the basic mechanisms involved in the...
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