Abstract
4/2025
vol. 100
Case report
A rare complication of eculizumab treatment for atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome
- Department of Pediatric Nephrology and Hypertension, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
- Department of Nephrology and Hypertension, University Children’s Hospital, Kraków, Poland
Pediatr Pol 2025; 100 (4): 376-380
Online publish date: 2025/11/24
Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) is a rare, life-threatening disease characterized by uncontrolled activation of the complement system. The introduction of eculizumab, a monoclonal antibody that blocks the complement protein C5, has significantly improved patient prognosis. However, eculizumab treatment is associated with a risk of adverse effects. We report a severe and complex case of aHUS in a 4-year-old boy, triggered by viral infections (influenza A and parvovirus B19) and influenced by genetic predisposition. An unexpected complication – a severe rash following eculizumab administration – necessitated discontinuation of the drug. Given the patient’s genetic risk factors, crovalimab was planned as an alternative treatment in case of recurrence. At the one-year follow-up, the patient’s kidney function remained stable, indicating a favorable outcome. This case underscores the complexity of aHUS management, the importance of genetic screening, and the need for vigilance in monitoring adverse drug reactions.
Keywords
atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome, anti-C5 monoclonal antibody, eculizumab, thrombotic microangiopathies
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