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Kawasaki Disease: Heart
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Once diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, your child will need an ultrasound scan of the heart (an echocardiogram) to check whether the disease has affected their heart. This is a safe and painless scan. It is similar to the ultrasound scan women have when pregnant.
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Kawasaki disease is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children. About one in five children with the disease develops heart problems, but fewer than half of them will have permanent damage.
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Kawasaki disease affects the vascular system, and is now the main cause of acquired heart disease in children. It is most common in people of Asian descent, and is both more common and more deadly in males.
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Asian and Afro-Caribbean people are more likely to develop Kawasaki disease, and boys are affected more often than girls. About one in five children affected will suffer heart damage as a result of the disease.
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There is a risk for early coronary artery disease after having Kawasaki disease. Thus, preventive measures such as heart-healthy living habits and regular follow-up with a cardiologist should be continued throughout the lifespan.
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