1990 Outbreak of E. coli O111:NM Infections Among Family Members, Ohio
Members of an Ohio family became ill due to E. coli O111:NM. The first known illness was a child who developed hemolytic uremic syndrome. The presence of E. coli O111:NM was confirmed by blood tests and stool culture. The source of the infections was unknown. This was the first reported cluster of E. coli O111 infection known in North America.
Tags:
non-motile, e.+coli+o111, non-o157+stec, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, husOverview
| Outbreak began: | 1990 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OH |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O111:NM |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 5 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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