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Kawasaki Disease in a Father and Son |
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| Authors: | Fujihiko Iwata M.D. Yoshio Hanawa M.D. Hirotada Takashima M.D. Keichou Shimoura M.D. Youhei Nishibayashi M.D. |
| Affiliation: | Department of pediatrics, Tobu Regional Hospital;Department of cardiology, Tobu Regional Hospital;Department of pediatrics, Matsuyama Red Cross Hospital, Ehime |
| Abstract: | The pathogenesis and etiology of Kawasaki disease are unknown, but some studies suggest increased genetic susceptibility. The case is presented of an infant with Kawasaki disease whose father suffered from the same illness 21 years previously. The A, B and C loci of the HLA antigens were examined. |
| Keywords: | Kawasaki disease, Father and son, HLA antigens. |