Heart Transplantation as a Salvage Therapy in Kawasaki Disease Complicated by Giant Coronary Aneurysms: A Dual Case Report

Author(s):

Negin Molazadeh , Mohammad Mahdavi , Hamidreza Pouraliakbar , Golnar Mortaz Hejri , Alireza Poosti

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Article Type:
Case Report (دارای رتبه معتبر)
Abstract:
Introduction

Kawasaki disease (KD) is an acute, self-limiting vasculitis that predominantly affects children under five years of age. It is recognized as the leading cause of acquired coronary artery disease in this age group.

Case Presentation

This manuscript presents two cases of KD complicated by significant coronary artery abnormalities, which ultimately necessitated heart transplantation.

Conclusions

Emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, this study underscores the critical need for continued research to improve outcomes for affected patients.

Keywords:

Anurysamal Cronary Artries , Kawasaki Disease , Coronary Artery Aneurysm , Heart Transplantation

Language:
English
Published:
Journal of Inflammatory Diseases, Volume:28 Issue: 3, Autumn 2024
Page:
6
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