ICD-11 definition : A condition of the gastrointestinal system, caused by an infection with the gram-negative
bacteria Escherichia coli. This condition is characterized by acute, watery diarrhoea
due to toxins released from the bacteria. Transmission is by the faecal-oral route
from ingestion of contaminated food, water, or fomites. Confirmation is by identification
of the Escherichia coli in faecal sample.;
A condition of the gastrointestinal system, caused by an infection with the gram-negative
bacteria Escherichia coli. This condition is characterized by acute, watery diarrhoea
due to toxins released from the bacteria. Transmission is by the faecal-oral route
from ingestion of contaminated food, water, or fomites. Confirmation is by identification
of the Escherichia coli in faecal sample.