Inborn Errors of Metabolism can be challenging to diagnose and manage in the ED, but we should be familiar with the basic issues. Let's take a moment to rebake a morsel on this important topic of Inborn Errors of Metabolism presenting to the ED.
But what happens when the two (allergic reaction and cardiac insult) mix together? Badness, that’s what... and the offspring’s name is Kounis Syndrome. Let’s explore how an allergic reaction can cause a child to essentially have a heart attack.
Acute Aortic Dissection in Children is very rare, but it does occur and can be devastating. Let's discuss it so we can remain vigilant and attempt to beat the fates.
Kawasaki Disease is most often seen in patients 6 months to 5 years, but that does not exclude other ages. Let us look at presentation of Kawasaki Disease in Adolescents.