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- Title
Surveillance for Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children -- United States, 2023.
- Authors
Yousaf, Anna R.; Lindsey, Katherine N.; Wu, Michael J.; Shah, Ami B.; Free, Rebecca J.; Simeone, Regina M.; Zambrano, Laura D.; Campbell, Angela P.
- Abstract
The article discusses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), a rare yet severe condition linked to SARS-CoV-2 infection, detailing changes in surveillance methods and incidence rates over time. It highlights a significant decline in MIS-C incidence in 2023 compared to earlier periods, along with a shift towards younger age groups. Clinical characteristics and outcomes of MIS-C patients are analyzed, emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent severe illness.
- Subjects
MULTISYSTEM inflammatory syndrome in children; COVID-19 vaccines; SARS-CoV-2; RARE diseases; DISEASE outbreaks
- Publication
MMWR: Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, 2024, Vol 73, Issue 10, p225
- ISSN
0149-2195
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.15585/mmwr.mm7310a2