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Annamaria Bianchi1, Rocco Valluzzi2, Giuseppe Crisafulli3
1UOC Pediatria, Azienda Ospedaliera San Camillo Forlanini, 00152 Roma, Italy.
Biomedicines
|March 28, 2024
Summary
Drug-induced anaphylaxis in children, often caused by antibiotics and NSAIDs, requires prompt adrenaline treatment. Management includes allergen avoidance and desensitization for essential drug allergies.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Immunology
Background:
- Drug-induced anaphylaxis (DIA) is less frequent in children than adults.
- Beta-lactams and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are primary culprits.
- Prevalence varies with age, gender, and atopy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review drug-induced anaphylaxis in pediatric populations.
- To discuss diagnostic approaches and management strategies.
- To highlight the importance of desensitization protocols.
Main Methods:
- Review of epidemiological data on DIA prevalence in children.
- Discussion of pathophysiological mechanisms (IgE-mediated and non-IgE).
- Analysis of diagnostic tools including clinical criteria, in vitro/in vivo tests, and provocation tests.
Main Results:
- Key drug classes implicated: antibiotics, NSAIDs, neuromuscular blockers, monoclonal antibodies.
- Immediate management focuses on adrenaline administration.
- Long-term strategies involve allergen avoidance and patient education.
Conclusions:
- DIA in children necessitates a comprehensive diagnostic and management approach.
- Adrenaline is the cornerstone of acute treatment.
- Desensitization is vital for children needing essential but allergenic medications, such as antibiotics and chemotherapy agents.
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