Variation in tuberculosis screening and infliximab use in Kawasaki disease in Japan
Clinical practices regarding TB screening and IFX use in KD patients vary widely. While national guidance exists, our findings underscore the need for more detailed and uniformly implemented protocols to ensure safe and consistent care.
Authors
- Mitsukazu Mamada
- Koji Yokoyama (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1504-6151)
Institutions
- Japanese Red Cross Society Wakayama Medical Center (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Pediatrics International
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/ped.70202
- Primary Topic
- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00