Case of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children presenting as fever and abdominal pain. Issue 9 (8th September 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Mahajan, Neha; Chang, Huan Ting; Leeman, Rachel; Manalo, Rachel; Glaberson, Wendy Robin
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 13:Issue 9(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-09-08
• Subjects: tropical medicine (infectious disease) -- paediatric intensive care -- medical management; Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-237306
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : This case aims to remind all providers to scrutinise for atypical presentations of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) which may mimic a more routine diagnosis. In the absence of mucocutaneous symptoms, the diagnosis of MIS-C can be missed. Given the potential for rapid deterioration of patients with MIS-C, early treatment and inpatient interventions are necessary.