PIMS-TS
Pronunciation: PIMS-T-S
Also written as: PIMS-TS — Paediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome Temporally associated with SARS-CoV-2
Paediatric inflammatory multisystem syndrome temporally associated with SARS-CoV-2, a severe post-infectious inflammatory condition.
Full Definition
A rare but serious condition affecting children and adolescents weeks after SARS-CoV-2 infection, characterized by fever and multiorgan dysfunction. PIMS-TS presents with features similar to Kawasaki disease, toxic shock syndrome, or macrophage activation syndrome. Critical care management focuses on cardiovascular support, anti-inflammatory therapy with corticosteroids or IVIG, and monitoring for cardiac complications including coronary artery abnormalities and myocarditis.
Usage
Usage note: UK terminology; equivalent to MIS-C in US literature. Always capitalize.
In Context
- "The patient met criteria for PIMS-TS with fever, rash, and elevated inflammatory markers following recent COVID-19 infection." — Diagnostic evaluation
- "Echocardiography was performed to assess for cardiac involvement in suspected PIMS-TS." — Cardiac monitoring protocol