EODY announced the first death of a child in Greece, associated with acute hepatitis of unknown etiology and it is a 13-month-old infant.
In detail, the announcement of EODY: "Today, the first death of a child associated with severe acute hepatitis of unknown etiology was recorded in Greece. It is a 13-month-old child, who was admitted to a private paediatric clinic due to a two-day fever and indolence. Tests carried out revealed liver failure and cerebral oedema and despite the doctors' efforts he unfortunately died.
Since the announcement of the increase in cases of acute hepatitis of unknown cause in the UK, 920 similar cases have been recorded in 33 countries around the world, according to World Health Organization data. Of the potential cases reported worldwide, 45 (5%) required liver transplantation and 18 (2%) ended up. It should be noted that in recent weeks there has been a steady decrease in the number of cases worldwide.
To date, another 11 cases have been reported in our country, which meet the criteria of a "probable case" of acute hepatitis of unknown origin in children, according to the definition of the World Health Organization.
These cases did not require special treatment, did not present any complications and remain in excellent condition."
Source: newsbeast.gr
Contents of this article including associated images are belongs Cyprus Times
Views & opinions expressed are those of the author and/or Cyprus Times
Source
