Infectious Diseases 2027

Dr. Himanshu Meena, MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), is a Postdoctoral Fellow in Paediatric Rheumatology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Kalyani, West Bengal, India. His clinical and academic interests include paediatric rheumatology, systemic inflammatory disorders and complex paediatric cases.

Audience Take-away Notes

Recognise macrophage activation syndrome early even when bacterial infection is confirmed. Interpret ferritin, fibrinogen, triglycerides, D-dimer and blood counts together; assess neurological and multiorgan complications promptly; and investigate and treat infection alongside MAS.