Intravenous immune globulin plus corticosteroids is the best initial therapy for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children

AdARRC™ November 1, 2021 Monday Weekly Update
Intravenous immune globulin plus corticosteroids is the best initial therapy for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children

Question

What is the best treatment for multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children?

Conclusion

For children with MIS-C caused by SARS-CoV-2, the preferred initial treatment is IVIG plus corticosteroids.

Reference

Son MB, Murray N, Friedman K, et al, for the Overcoming COVID-19 Investigators. Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children — initial therapy and outcomes. N Engl J Med 2021;385(1):23-34.

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