Hemorrhagic shock and encephalopathy syndrome: Report of two cases
Chiu, N.C.; Shen, E.Y.; Lee, H.C.
Zhonghua Minguo Xiao Er Ke Yi Xue Hui Za Zhi Zhonghua Minguo Xiao Er Ke Yi Xue Hui 30(2): 118-122
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6578 PMID: 2637589 Document Number: 335872
Two young children with a history of diarrhea, for one and two days respectively, were admitted to our hospital due to high fever and conscious disturbance. Disseminated intravascular coagulation, abnormal hepatic and renal functions, and metabolic acidosis were noted as well. Both patients developed shock soon after arrival and expired within one day after admission. Their serum ammonia levels were normal, and their blood and cerebrospinal fluid cultures also brought negative results. Hemorrhagic shock and encephalopathy syndrome was diagnosed by their clinical manifestation and laboratory data. We also discussed their related problems.