Pediatr Emerg Med J.  2018 Jun;5(1):1-4. 10.22470/pemj.2018.00220.

Recent advances in the diagnosis of Kawasaki disease

• Han JW

• KMID: 2435124
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.22470/pemj.2018.00220

Abstract

Kawasaki disease (KD) has been increasing recently in Korea. Although the delayed diagnosis of KD can cause coronary artery abnormalities, no specific test is available. Thus, optimal guidelines for early diagnosis and treatment of KD are the best way to prevent the development of coronary artery abnormalities. The 2017 updated American Heart Association guidelines for diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of KD are informative for physicians who face with children having manifestations suggestive of KD.

Keyword

Aneurysm; Coronary Vessels; Early Diagnosis; Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome; Secondary Prevention

MeSH Terms

American Heart Association
Aneurysm
Child
Coronary Vessels
Delayed Diagnosis
Diagnosis*
Early Diagnosis
Humans
Korea
Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome*
Secondary Prevention