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A 57-year old man developed atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) after being bitten by a pit viper belonging to the Bothrops aspe species, a recent case report suggests. According to its authors, this is the first report describing an association between aHUS and this viper species, likely triggered by venom-induced…
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Soliris (eculizumab), given as a treatment or as a preventive measure, reduces disease relapse and kidney transplant loss in people with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS), according to a Brazilian retrospective study. Researchers emphasized the need, in low- to medium-income countries, to provide greater access to Soliris and similar…
If closely monitored, women with atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) can have successful and uncomplicated pregnancies, including those on dialysis or patients who had undergone a kidney transplant, according to a new study. Additionally, researchers confirmed that patients can safely and effectively be treated with Soliris (eculizumab), an…
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Becoming educated and informed about aHUS is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnist’s words of wisdom to help you along on your aHUS journey.
There is no cure for aHUS yet, but here you can find more information about current therapeutic approaches, as well as experimental treatments that are in the pipeline.
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