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A Mouse Ear Model for Allergic Contact Dermatitis Evaluation
Published on: March 24, 2023
[Latex allergy]
M A Navarrete1, A Salas, L Palacios
1Servicios de Alergología, Complejo Hospitalario de Jaén, C/Del Pais Vasco 12, 3 E 23009 Jaén, Spain. mariantonia_8@yahoo.es
Objective:
To review the etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of latex allergy in the hospital setting, and to establish a list of potentially hazardous drugs.
Method:
A literature search was performed. A guide about latex-containing drugs (any component) was developed by contacting manufacturers.
Results:
The most relevant factor for latex sensitization is exposure extent. Regarding diagnosis the medical history and skin testing are crucial; regarding secondary prevention, identifying the various at-risk groups. Immunotherapy is currently considered a valid option for the management of this condition.
Conclusions:
The development of a guide listing latex-containing drugs is essential for the primary prevention of allergic reactions to this substance in hospital.
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