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Children's Multisystem inflammatory syndrome with myopathy
Zina Maria Almeida de Azevedo1,2, Karla Gonçalves Camacho1, Daniella Mancino da Luz Caixeta1
1Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Instituto Nacional Fernandes Figueira, Departamento de Pediatria, Unidade de Terapia Intensiva, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil.
Revista Da Sociedade Brasileira De Medicina Tropical
|March 24, 2021
Summary
This case report details a child with multisystem inflammatory syndrome who developed toxic shock syndrome. The condition involved coronary artery issues and neurological complications, including corpus callosum changes and muscle damage.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric rheumatology
- Pediatric infectious diseases
- Pediatric neurology
Background:
- Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a rare but serious condition.
- Early recognition and management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
Observation:
- A pediatric case of MIS-C presented with features mimicking toxic shock syndrome.
- The patient exhibited coronary artery ectasia and neurological involvement.
Findings:
- Magnetic resonance imaging revealed significant changes in the corpus callosum.
- Myopathy was identified in the pelvic girdle and paravertebral muscles.
Implications:
- This case highlights the diverse neurological and cardiovascular manifestations of MIS-C.
- Understanding these patterns aids in early diagnosis and targeted treatment strategies.
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