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Follow-up Care for Kawasaki Disease
Early cardiology follow-up with a repeat echocardiogram is needed. In Kawasaki disease, if
coronary artery aneurysms develop, they usually do so within four weeks of the acute illness, so a
follow-up visit at one to two weeks is recommended.
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CLIPP 11 - KawasakiThe role of steroids is unclear. For years, steroids were felt to have no role, or even to be
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detrimental. Newer studies suggest that they may have a role in the acute management, and
additional information is needed
<span>Follow-up Care for Kawasaki Disease
Early cardiology follow-up with a repeat echocardiogram is needed. In Kawasaki disease, if
coronary artery aneurysms develop, they usually do so within four weeks of the acute illness, so a
follow-up visit at one to two weeks is recommended.
Anticipatory Guidance for Kawasaki Disease
Aspirin
Children are typically prescribed a low dose of aspirin to be taken for six to eight weeks.
Since aspirin can caus Summary
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