The first case of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children associated with COVID-19 has been confirmed in Montana, state and Teton County officials said Saturday.
The patient, a Teton County resident between 10 and 19, received treatment at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, officials with the Montana Department of Health and Human Services and the Teton County Health Department said.
The patient has been discharged and is recovering. The patient is not infectious and does not need to further isolate, the Fairfield Sun Times reported.
This is the only case of MISC in Montana, officials said.
MIS-C is a rare but serious condition associated with COVID-19. Most states have 10 or fewer reported cases.
The illness is newly recognized, often causing a fever, evidence of inflammation and severe illness involving more than two organs, the Associated Press reported Aug. 18.
Symptoms can vary, but sometimes resemble toxic shock syndrome or Kawasaki disease, another rare illness that can cause fever, inflammation of the blood vessels, lymph nodes and mucous membranes in kids, according to AP. Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children can cause coronary arteries and other blood vessels to enlarge or form aneurysms.
The first report of MIS-C in the United States was in mid-May. More than 40 states have reported at least one case, state and county officials said. As of Aug. 20, 694 confirmed cases have been reported nationwide.
Phil Drake is our eye on the state capitol. For tips, suggestions or comment, he can be reached at 406-231-9021 or pdrake@greatfallstribune.com. To support his work, subscribe today and receive a special offer.
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