WHAT CAN HAPPEN TO CHILDREN INFECTED WITH STEC?
heart problems, STEC infection, seizures, stroke, kidney damage, HUS, clotting problems
STROKE, COMPLICATIONS, COMPLICATION
HUS is the most common and serious complication of STEC infection. HUS may cause serious kidney damage, and children with HUS might require dialysis. In rare instances, HUS can cause life-threatening complications such as stroke or seizures, clotting problems, heart problems and problems with the intestines, gallbladder or pancreas. If dialysis is started, it is usually temporary (1–2 weeks).