Kawasaki disease and COVID-19

More than 85 children in New York have developed a “multi-system inflammatory syndrome” believed to be associated with COVID-19, and at least 3 have died.

Patients can present days to weeks following an acute COVID-19 illness with persistent fevers, raised inflammatory markers, abdominal symptoms, and a rash. They may meet the full or partial criteria for Kawasaki disease. Some have developed cardiogenic shock, requiring intensive care. The majority of patients have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 by PCR or have had positive serology indicating a previous infection.

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If you’ve seen a patient present in this way, share the case on Figure 1 to help your colleagues.

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