When two Z-scores meet —analysis of exercise capacity of children and adolescents with Kawasaki disease by a new Z-score model of coronary artery and a new Z-score evaluating peak oxygen consumption

ConclusionsKD-CA had slightly reduced EC than healthy peers. KD-CA with Max-Z  ≥ 2.5 had significantly lower peak EC than those <  2.5. Max-Z is potentially useful follow-up indicator after acute stage of KD.
Source: Italian Journal of Pediatrics - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research