Diagnosis of coronary artery abnormalities in patients with Kawasaki disease according to established guidelines and Z score formulas

The diagnosis of coronary artery abnormalities (CAA), including dilation and aneurysm, in Kawasaki disease is paramount to treatment planning. CAA is defined using various standards, which makes diagnosis difficult. We determined the variability of CAA prevalence according to existing guidelines and Z scores formulas and examined the discrepancies in widely used Z score formulas.
Source: Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Clinical Investigations Source Type: research