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Atypical uremic haemolytic syndrome is a variant of thrombotic micro-andiopathy characterized by non-autoimmune hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and acute renal failure as a result of excessive activation of the complement. Up to 60% of patients have mutations in the genes that encode the complement system. A disensing factor is required for its manifestation, including gestation.

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Atypical uremic haemolytic syndrome is a variant of thrombotic micro-andiopathy characterized by non-autoimmune hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia and acute renal failure as a result of excessive activation of the complement. Up to 60% of patients have mutations in the genes that encode the complement system. A disensing factor is required for its manifestation, including gestation.

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The purpose of this study is to describe the clinical case of a patient suffering from a gland carcinoma with bilateral inguinal and pelvic lymph node metastases in treatment with weekly administrations of Docetaxel. After two therapy cycles, the patient developed an atypical uremic hemolytic Syndrome (SEUa), treated with infusions of frozen fresh plasma, hemodialysis, and antibiotics. Because of a severe septic secondary complication on an extensive lymph node abscess, the administration of Eculizumab was not possible.

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Pregnancy-Associated Atypical Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome.

AJP Rep

March 2016

Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas; Division of Surgical Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas.

Introduction Early diagnosis of atypical uremic-hemolytic syndrome may be challenging during the puerperium period. Correct diagnosis and timely management are crucial to improve outcomes. Background Pregnancy-associated atypical hemolytic-uremic syndrome (p-aHUS) is a rare condition characterized by microangiopathic hemolytic anemia, thrombocytopenia, and acute kidney injury.

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