Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
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What is the definition of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)?
Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a rare syndrome that appears to be linked to COVID-19 infection, in which different body organs become severely inflamed, such as the skin, eyes, brain, gastrointestinal system, heart, lungs, and kidneys.
What are the symptoms of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)?
Symptoms of multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children can vary and require emergency treatment to prevent permanent organ damage. Symptoms may include fatigue, fever of 100.4° lasting 24 hours or longer, bloodshot eyes (conjunctivitis), rash, red, cracked lips, vomiting, diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, neck pain, difficulty breathing (dyspnea) or rapid breathing, cough, sore throat, chest pain or pressure, dizziness, confusion, loss of consciousness, bluish lips or face, low blood pressure, heart inflammation (myocarditis), rapid heartbeat, redness or swelling of lips, tongue (with red bumps), hands, or feet, and enlarged lymph nodes.
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What are the current treatments for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)?
While treatment for children with multisystem inflammatory syndrome depends on the organs that are affected and the severity of the symptoms, children with this syndrome will usually need to be treated in the hospital by a multidisciplinary team with both supportive care (blood pressure medications, fluids, and oxygen to alleviate symptoms) and drugs to treat inflammation, such as antibiotics, steroid therapy, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), and cytokine targeted therapies. Some children with this syndrome may need to be treated in the pediatric intensive care unit with ventilators, anticoagulants, and, in rare cases, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
Who are the top Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) Local Doctors?
Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)

Department Of Cardiology

300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Languages Spoken:
English

Jane Newburger is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Newburger is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Kawasaki Disease, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Heart Transplant, and Thrombectomy.

Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
Pediatric Cardiology
Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
Pediatric Cardiology

Nemours Cardiac Center

1600 Rockland Road, 
Wilmington, DE 
Languages Spoken:
English

Dr. Deepika Thacker is a pediatric cardiologist and assistant professor of Pediatrics at Jefferson Medical College. She’s a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association and American Society of Echocardiography; an invited lecturer; and an author of journal articles, book chapters and abstracts. I first thought about medicine when I was young and doctors discovered a hole in a friend’s heart. From that moment, I decided I wanted to become a doctor and help children with problems like my friend’s. I never wanted to be anything else. Medical school and my medical training reaffirmed this decision. There is an added attraction to cardiology in that it provides a challenging field of medicine to study — the mix of anatomy and physiology is almost like math or engineering, and I enjoy it very much. Becoming a mother further validated my career choice for me. I see something of one of my own children in every child I treat.I’m happiest when I’m caring for children.. There’s no better feeling for me than when I’ve helped a child get better. At the end of every day I am thankful to be able to do what I do. I always want to make sure that every child gets the best care and treatment, and that we do everything possible for that child. My role is to help each child get the most out of each day. In addition to the care I deliver as a cardiologist, I also try to make a difference every day through my role as medical director of the hospital’s 2B cardiac unit. As we move to more unit-based inpatient care, we’ll continue to always look for ways to improve the great care we give. I’m excited to be a part of that. We’ll continue to work so that patients being discharged can go home sooner. We’ll continue to work to reduce readmissions. And we’ll continue to explore what it means to deliver true family-centered care — making parents and families part of our medical rounding and decision-making. Dr. Thacker is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Kawasaki Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Myocarditis, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Thacker is board certified in Pediatric Cardiology, American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
Elite in Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)

Department Of Cardiology

300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Languages Spoken:
English

Audrey Dionne is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Dionne is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Kawasaki Disease, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

What are the latest Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) Clinical Trials?
A Cross Sectional Study of the Systems Immunology and Viral Diversity of SARS-CoV2 Infection, COVID-19 Disease and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children

Objectives: To perform systems immunology and strain diversity among SARS-CoV2 and MIS-C infected children. Study design: Cross sectional study. Study population: Children attending outpatients units and admitted in wards in pediatric hospitals in Chennai. Main study parameters/endpoints: Immune responses in children with SARS-CoV2 infection and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) infection ...

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