Predictors and management of intravenous immunoglobulin-resistant Kawasaki disease.

Predictors and management of intravenous immunoglobulin-resistant Kawasaki disease. Korean J Pediatr. 2019 Apr;62(4):119-123 Authors: Song MS Abstract Kawasaki disease (KD) is a systemic vasculitis that mainly affects younger children. Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) resistant cases are at increasing risk for coronary artery complications. The strategy on prediction of potential nonresponders and treatment of IVIG-resistant patients is now controversial. In this review the definition and predictors of IVIG-resistant KD and current evidence to guide management are discussed. PMID: 30999718 [PubMed]
Source: Korean Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Tags: Korean J Pediatr Source Type: research