Acute Appendicitis as the Initial Presentation of Kawasaki Disease Shock Syndrome in Children

Acute Appendicitis as the Initial Presentation of Kawasaki Disease Shock Syndrome in Children

Kawasaki disease shock syndrome (KDSS) is a severe form of Kawasaki disease (KD). The hemodynamic instability and atypical manifestations of this syndrome delay its correct diagnosis and timely treatment. We report here an eight-year-old girl who presented with appendicitis. Her fever persisted afte...

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Main Authors: Yuan-Hao Chang, Chien-Yu Lin, Lu-Hang Liu, Fu-Huan Huang, Yu-Jyun Cheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Children
Subjects:
Kawasaki disease
Kawasaki disease shock syndrome
appendicitis
intravenous immunoglobulin
coronary artery dilatation
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/9/12/1819

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