Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children with COVID-19.

Autor: Gottlieb M; Department of Emergency Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, USA. Electronic address: michaelgottliebmd@gmail.com., Bridwell R; Department of Emergency Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, USA., Ravera J; Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine, University of Vermont, USA., Long B; Department of Emergency Medicine, Brooke Army Medical Center, USA.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: The American journal of emergency medicine [Am J Emerg Med] 2021 Nov; Vol. 49, pp. 148-152. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Jun 08.
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2021.05.076
Abstrakt: Background: Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a dangerous pediatric complication of COVID-19.
Objective: The purpose of this review article is to provide a summary of the diagnosis and management of MIS-C with a focus on management in the acute care setting.
Discussion: MIS-C is an inflammatory syndrome which can affect nearly any organ system. The most common symptoms are fever and gastrointestinal symptoms, though neurologic and dermatologic findings are also well-described. The diagnosis includes a combination of clinical and laboratory testing. Patients with MIS-C will often have elevated inflammatory markers and may have an abnormal electrocardiogram or echocardiogram. Initial treatment involves resuscitation with careful assessment for cardiac versus vasodilatory shock using point-of-care ultrasound. Treatment should include intravenous immunoglobulin, anticoagulation, and consideration of corticosteroids. Interleukin-1 and/or interleukin-6 blockade may be considered for refractory cases. Aspirin is recommended if there is thrombocytosis or Kawasaki disease-like features on echocardiogram. Patients will generally require admission to an intensive care unit.
Conclusion: MIS-C is a condition associated with morbidity and mortality that is increasingly recognized as a potential complication in pediatric patients with COVID-19. It is important for emergency clinicians to know how to diagnose and treat this disorder.
Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest We have neither conflicts of interest nor financial support to disclose.
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Databáze: MEDLINE
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