[Allergy and anesthesia: environment and psychological factors]

The assessment of so-called risk "carriers" is difficult from the standpoint of true allergy and consideration must be given to the following:- the psychology and environment of the patient to be anaesthesia, with regard to any warning signs. -also, though, the psychology and environment of the anaesthetist; himself alerted in the presence of a presumptive allergy. Such an attitude will lead to more rapid assessment of the true nature of the complication occurring. In most instances, acquired presumptions can only lead to widened prevention. A formal anaesthetic consultation, including a careful history, will aid in the detection of problems. It is also of significant value from a legal standpoint, at the same time ensuring application by the anaesthetist of appropriate therapy as early as possible.