Kawasaki syndrome in an adult.
Kawasaki syndrome is a panvasculitis occurring principally in childhood. Symptoms include fever, 'strawberry tongue', cervical lymphadenopathy and dermatological signs. A rare case of Kawasaki syndrome in an adult presenting to the Otolaryngology department is reported. The clinical features of the disease are described highlighting its systemic nature. Treatment options and possible complications are discussed.
Thompson
A C
AC
Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospital, Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham.
Lamey
P J
PJ
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009080:Mucocutaneous Lymph Node Syndrome / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000473:pathology