Typical treatment for hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) simply involves maintaining the proper salt and water levels in the body to prevent other problems. However, if HUS progresses, a red blood cell infusion may be needed to make up for the cells destroyed by HUS. Severe cases may require dialysis.
If kidney damage is severe and permanent kidney failure develops, long-term dialysis or a kidney transplant may be necessary.
There has been some research that found that limiting protein in the diet, treating high blood pressure with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors), or immunoglobulin G intraveneously may delay or prevent kidney failure.
About 85% of children who develop HUS fully recover. However, the mortality rate is between 5-15%, so the earlier HUS is recognized and treatment begins, the better.
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