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[Latex allergy in children].

S Mavale-Manuel1, E Paty, P Scheinmann

  • 1Service de pneumologie et d'allergologie pédiatriques, hôpital Necker-Enfants-malades, AP-HP, 149, rue de Sèvres, 75743 Paris cedex 15, France.

Archives De Pediatrie : Organe Officiel De La Societe Francaise De Pediatrie
|August 19, 2003
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Latex allergy affects 1.3% of children, often linked to surgery history and other allergies. Early investigation is crucial for children with a history of surgery or pollen-food allergy syndrome.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Immunology
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Latex allergy presents a significant clinical challenge in pediatric populations.
  • Understanding the prevalence and associated factors is crucial for effective management.
  • Previous studies have not fully elucidated the clinical spectrum in children.

Purpose:

  • To determine the prevalence of latex allergy in children presenting to an allergy clinic.
  • To identify clinical features and associated risk factors for latex allergy in pediatric patients.
  • To compare sensitization patterns between children with and without latex allergy.

Summary:

  • A prospective study of 243 children found a 1.3% prevalence of latex allergy.
  • Risk factors included family history of atopy and prior surgical procedures.

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  • Children with latex allergy showed higher sensitization to inhaled and food allergens, including avocado.
  • Balloon products were the most frequent cause of latex-induced symptoms.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of investigating latex allergy in children with specific risk factors.
    • Suggests latex avoidance as a key preventive strategy.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and management of pediatric latex allergy.