Abstract
E. coli O157: H7 is considered the main serotype of Shiga toxin-producing (STEC) involved in outbreaks of foodborne illnesses. However, many cases are occurring throughout the world due to pathogenic strains of STEC non-O157, like O103, O111 and O26. STECs are responsible for symptoms ranging from diarrhea to bloody diarrhea, which can progress to hemolytic uremic syndrome and thrombotic …