- Retrospective analysis of 77 children admitted to a PED for suspected acute allergy (AA). Results. Of the 77 eases reviewed, 61 were included because they had clinical manifestations consistent with AA. 40 had symptoms suggestive of AAN, and 21 had isolated urticaria (IU). Average age was...
Shellfish allergy and relation to iodinated contrast media: United Kingdom survey. World J Cardiol. 2014;6:107-111.Baig M, Farag A, Sajid J, Potluri R, Irwin RB, Khalid HM (2014) Shellfish allergy and relation to iodinated contrast media: United Kingdom survey. World J Cardiol 6(3):...
- Retrospective analysis of 77 children admitted to a PED for suspected acute allergy (AA). Results. Of the 77 eases reviewed, 61 were included because they had clinical manifestations consistent with AA. 40 had symptoms suggestive of AAN, and 21 had isolated urticaria (IU). Average age was...
doi:10.1016/j.jaci.2013.12.951Amber N. PepperEmma Westermann-ClarkNeetu TalrejaRichard F. LockeyElsevierJournal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology
AllergyFood-induced anaphylaxis (FIA) is a serious allergic reaction that may cause death rapidly in otherwise healthy individuals. There is no universal agreement on its definition or criteria for diagnosis. Hospital admissions for FIA have more than doubled in the last decade. Food is one of ...
Introduction We assessed whether patients are still asked about prior reactions to shellfish during screening for radiocontrast media (RCM) administration, if providers are still misinformed about the relationship between shellfish allergy, iodine reactions, and reactions to RCM, and if subsequent ...
Rationale Healthcare professionals (HP) perpetuate misconceptions regarding radiocontrast media (RCM) reactions and their relationship to shellfish allergy and iodine "allergy." The impact of an educational intervention was tested to dispel these myths. Methods A survey was administered before and after...
Perceptions Of Radiologists On The Association Between Shellfish Allergy And Risk Of Anaphylaxis To Radiocontrast Media In Canadadoi:10.1016/j.jaci.2009.12.618T.W.C. Pun and C. KalicinskyJournal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology