Kawasaki Disease
Overview
Kawasaki disease is an acute vasculitis of childhood that leads to coronary artery aneurysms in approximately 25% of untreated cases. It has been reported worldwide and is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children in developed countries. The best resources available are the American Heart Association Scientific Statement on Kawasaki Disease 2017 and the 2020 article on AMI in Kawasaki Disease. (See Key Links)