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Comprehensive evaluation of Kawasaki disease with electrocardiogram-gated cardiac multidetector computed tomography

Eduard Ghersin1, Sudha Thota, Joel E Fishman

  • 1Department of Radiology, Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL 33101, USA. eghersin@med.miami.edu

Journal of Thoracic Imaging
|June 10, 2010
PubMed

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This case study highlights how cardiac multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) can fully evaluate giant coronary artery aneurysms in Kawasaki disease, revealing associated myocardial pathology and potential ischemic events.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Kawasaki disease is a leading cause of acquired pediatric heart disease.
  • Coronary artery aneurysms are a significant complication, increasing the risk of ischemic events.
  • Comprehensive imaging is crucial for evaluating disease severity and complications.

Observation:

  • A young woman with Kawasaki disease underwent electrocardiograph-gated cardiac multidetector computed tomography (MDCT).
  • MDCT revealed giant aneurysms in three coronary arteries.
  • Associated focal apical septal myocardial pathology, including thinning and hypokinesia, was observed.

Findings:

  • The myocardial pathology demonstrated an early enhancement defect on MDCT.
  • Findings suggest focal ischemic insult.
  • Distal embolization of thrombus from coronary aneurysms is the suspected cause.

Implications:

  • This case demonstrates the comprehensive capabilities of MDCT in evaluating Kawasaki disease complications.
  • MDCT provides detailed insights into coronary artery aneurysms and associated myocardial damage.
  • Advanced imaging like MDCT is vital for risk stratification and management of Kawasaki disease patients.

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