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Latex allergy in children with oesophageal atresia

A Gentili1, G Ricci, F P Di Lorenzo

  • 1Department of Paediatric Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, S. Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, Bologna University, Italy. picu@orsola-malpighi.med.unibo.it

Paediatric Anaesthesia
|October 11, 2003
PubMed

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Children with oesophageal atresia undergoing multiple surgeries face a higher risk of developing latex allergy. Prolonged medical management increases sensitization potential, highlighting the need for awareness.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Congenital Malformations

Background:

  • Latex allergy is a known risk for children with spina bifida and urogenital abnormalities.
  • Patients with oesophageal atresia (OA) undergoing multiple surgical procedures are a population at risk for latex sensitization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence of latex sensitization in pediatric patients with OA who have had three or more surgical procedures.
  • To identify potential risk factors contributing to latex sensitization in this cohort.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 20 patients (19 boys, 1 girl) with OA (Type I, II, III) was analyzed.
  • Risk factors evaluated included surgical/anesthetic procedures, intensive care, age, OA type, comorbidities, and prognostic classifications (Waterston, Montreal).

Main Results:

  • 25% of patients (5/20) showed latex sensitization; 3 had clinical reactions, 2 had specific IgE.
  • Sensitized patients had significantly more operations, longer surgical times, more drainages, and longer central venous catheter use.
  • Higher-risk OA classifications (Waterston C, Montreal II) were associated with latex allergy.

Conclusions:

  • Oesophageal atresia, particularly with prolonged management and multiple interventions, is a significant risk factor for developing latex allergy.
  • This underscores the importance of monitoring and preventative strategies for latex sensitization in OA patients.
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