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[Hyposensitization: indications and expectations].

R Urbanek1

  • 1Universitäts-Kinderklinik Freiburg, Bundesrepublik Deutschland.

Padiatrie Und Padologie
|January 1, 1990
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Childhood allergies affect 10% of children and require diagnosis through history, skin tests, and IgE antibody levels. Hyposensitization, using modified allergens, offers an effective treatment option for persistent allergic conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Immunology
  • Immunopathology

Context:

  • Allergy represents the most common immunologic disorder in childhood, with an estimated prevalence of 10% among children.
  • Diagnosis involves a comprehensive approach including patient history, skin testing, and measurement of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies.
  • Provocation tests on affected organs are also utilized for definitive diagnosis.

Purpose:

  • To outline the diagnostic criteria for childhood allergies.
  • To describe the indications and efficacy of hyposensitization therapy.
  • To highlight the role of specific IgE and IgG antibody measurements in assessing treatment response.

Summary:

  • Allergy diagnosis in children integrates clinical history, skin tests, and IgE antibody levels.

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  • Hyposensitization is indicated for patients unresponsive to allergen avoidance and pharmacotherapy.
  • Modified allergens/allergoids show efficacy comparable to traditional subcutaneous immunotherapy.
  • Specific IgE and IgG antibody measurements are crucial for evaluating sensitization and immune response to hyposensitization.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a concise overview of childhood allergy diagnosis and management strategies.
    • Emphasizes the importance of hyposensitization for refractory cases.
    • Highlights the utility of specific antibody measurements in monitoring immunotherapy effectiveness.