In shigella dysentry associated hemolytic uremic syndrome, the false statement is ?
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Hepatic failure o Hepatic failure does not occur in HUS. Laboratory findings of HUS o Thrombocytopenia o Leukocytosis o ARF r BUN and creatinine with oliguria o Microscopic hematuria o Peripheral smear Helmet cells, burr cells, fragmental RBCs (Schistocytes). o Proteinuria o Hemoglobinuria with hemosiderinuria o Normal PT and APTT Option 'b' requires some explanation here ? Though neurological manifestations may occur in HUS, these are not common and this feature differentiated HUS from TTP. In TTP neurological symptom is one of the clinical criteria for diagnosis.
Leucocytosis
Neurological abnormalities
Hepatic failure
Thrombotic angiopathy