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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

AnemiaRenal DysfunctionRenal AbnormalitiesHyperkalemiaHyponatremiaUnstable ElectrolytesOptimize ElectrolytesDehydrationAvoid HypervolemiaAvoid SuccinylcholineFull StomachRSIAspirationSeizuresDelayed EmergenceHypertensionStroke RiskPlatelet DysfunctionThrombocytopenia

Pathophysiology

Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a thrombotic microangiopathy defined by the triad of thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic hemolytic anemia , and acute kidney injury . Platelet microthrombi form in...

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