Hemolytic uremic syndrome in prostatic carcinoma

Abstract

Background: Disseminated intravascular coagulation is a well-known complication of adenocarcinoma of the prostate, while hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is not.

Case report: We describe the unusual case of a 61-year-old patient with adenocarcinoma of the prostate. Prior to any systemic therapy he developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) necessitating dialysis. Renal function has fully recovered and he is alive and well 7 years later.

Conclusion: HUS is a rare complication of adenocarcinoma of the prostate and has a far better prognosis than chemotherapy-associated HUS.