A Case Presentation of Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome Presenting as Gastroenteritis

A 62-year-old man presented to our department with gastroenteritis. He was found to have decreased platelets and deranged renal function. A diagnosis of haemolytic uraemic syndrome was eventually made. The disease usually presents nonspecifically with gastroenteric symptoms and systemic upset at the initial stage. Without a high index of suspicion, the diagnosis can easily be missed. (Hong Kong j.emerg.med. 2003; 10:54-56)