Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome Associated with COVID-19. Own Experience

Abstract

Introduction. In the context of a pandemic, cases of multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) are increasingly being reported. Complication is insidious by a variety of manifestations and high efciency of multiple organ disorders. Purpose. To demonstrate a clinical case of a syndrome associated with SARS-CoV-2 MIS-C complicated by shock, pleural and pericardial effusion in order to increase the vigilance of doctors of various profles in relation to this condition. Materials and methods. A clinical case of SARS-CoV-2-associated multisystem inflammatory syndrome in an 11-year-old child, which began with abdominal manifestations that mimicked an acute abdomen, followed by the development of shock, pericardial and pleural effusion, and cardiac dysfunction, is presented. Results. This case clearly demonstrates the variety of clinical manifestations of MIS-C in children. The condition requires a team approach by specialists of different profles for the timely detection and prevention of possible complications.