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Kawasaki syndrome in an adult

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

A. C. Thompson  and
P. J. Lamey
A. C. Thompson*
Affiliation:
Glasgow
P. J. Lamey
Affiliation:
Glasgow
*
A. C. Thompson, F.R.C.S., Department of Otolaryngology, University Hospital, Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham NG7 2UH.
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Abstract

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.

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Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 104 , Issue 1 , January 1990 , pp. 37 - 38
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1990

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