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Xu, C. Kawasaki Disease. Encyclopedia. Available online: https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/4416 (accessed on 29 September 2026).
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Kawasaki Disease
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This entry is adapted from the peer-reviewed paper https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/kawasaki-disease

Kawasaki disease is a sudden and time-limited (acute) illness that affects infants and young children.

genetic conditions

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