Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) E. coli O157:H7 infections can lead to a severe, life-threatening complication called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).[41]  HUS accounts for the majority of the acute and chronic illness and death caused by the bacteria.[42]  HUS occurs in 2-7% of victims, primarily children, with onset five to ten days after diarrhea begins.[43]  It is the most common cause of renal failure in children.[44]  Approximately… [read post]

Stx1, Stx2, Stx2c), and acts like the plant toxin ricin by inhibiting protein synthesis in endothelial and other cells.[17] Shiga toxin is one of the most potent toxins known.[18] In addition to Shiga toxins, E. coli O157:H7 produces numerous other putative virulence factors including proteins, which aid in the attachment and colonization of the bacteria in the intestinal wall and that can lyse red blood cells to liberate iron that helps support E. coli metabolism.[19] E. coli O157:H7… [read post]

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 Stx1, Stx2, Stx2c), and acts like the plant toxin ricin by inhibiting protein synthesis in endothelial and other cells.[17] Shiga toxin is one of the most potent toxins known.[18] In addition to Shiga toxins, E. coli O157:H7 produces numerous other putative virulence factors including proteins, which aid in the attachment and colonization of the bacteria in the intestinal wall and which can lyse red blood cells and liberate iron to help support E.… [read post]