Leptospira-associated haemolytic uraemic syndrome: a diagnostic challenge
and he was treated with plasma exchange, transfusions and renal replacement therapy. However, stool examinations were negative for Shiga toxin and bacterial pathogens. Subsequent investigations confirmed leptospirosis. He improved significantly after treatment with doxycycline alongside supportive therapy. This case highlights the importance of considering leptospirosis as a differential diagnosis in patients with HUS, particularly in endemic regions, to avoid delays in targeted treatment.
Authors
- Mehebub Alam Khandakar
- Baidyanath Sana
- Debaditya Chatterjee
- Atanu Chandra (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3809-8926)
Institutions
- Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital (IN)
- Bankura Sammilani Medical College (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Case Reports
- Published
- 2026-05-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2025-271203
- Primary Topic
- Leptospirosis research and findings
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00