Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children — Initial Therapy and Outcomes

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Authors

Mary Beth F. Son · Johns Hopkins University

Nancy L. Murray · Johns Hopkins University

Kevin G. Friedman · Johns Hopkins University

Cameron C. Young · Johns Hopkins University

Margaret M. Newhams · Johns Hopkins University

Leora R. Feldstein · Johns Hopkins University

Laura L. Loftis

Abstract

Among children and adolescents with MIS-C, initial treatment with IVIG plus glucocorticoids was associated with a lower risk of new or persistent cardiovascular dysfunction than IVIG alone. (Funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.).

Topics & Keywords

Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy Inflammasome and immune disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 385, Issue 1, pp. 23-34

DOI: 10.1056/nejmoa2102605

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