Author/Editor		Lejko-Zupanc, Tatjana; Radšel-Medvešček, Alenka
Title		Okužbe z Escherichio coli 0157:H7
Translated title		Infections due to Escherichia coli 0157:H7
Type		članek
Source		In: Reberšek-Gorišek J, editor. Črevesne okužbe. Zbornik predavanj Bedjaničev simpozij; 1997 jun 6-7; Maribor. Maribor: Splošna bolnišnica Maribor,
Publication year		1997
Volume		str. 99-109
Language		slo
Abstract		E. coli 0157:H7 is one of many E. coli organisms that contain genes encoding one or more toxins similar in structure and function to Shiga toxin. E. coli 0157:H7 can cause serious, even fatal disease. Syndromes caused by thus pathogen include diarrhea, hemorrhagic colitis, and HUS. Poorly cooked ground beef has been the most frequently implicated vehicle of transmission. Treatment consists of rehydration during hemorrhagic colitis and support of the patient during the multiple systemic complications of HUS. A policy of routine screening for E. coli 0157:H7 in microbiology laboratories is the most effective way to find cases. Timely and accurate diagnosis can prevent secondary transmission, avert unnecessary and possibly dangerous procedures and/or therapies, and continuing outbreaks. Education and legislation should promote safe food. - preparation and food - handling practices.
Descriptors		ESCHERICHIA COLI INFECTIONS ESCHERICHIA COLI O157 DISEASE OUTBREAKS DIAGNOSIS, DIFFERENTIAL