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Anaphylaxis during hemodialysis.

R M Hurley

    The International Journal of Pediatric Nephrology
    |March 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    A severe allergic reaction occurred in a boy undergoing hemodialysis due to ethylene oxide gas used in dialyzer sterilization. Testing for this allergen shortly after the reaction may yield inaccurate results.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Allergy and Immunology
    • Medical Device Sterilization

    Background:

    • Branchio-oto-renal syndrome is a genetic disorder that can lead to kidney failure.
    • Hemodialysis is a life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage renal disease.
    • Ethylene oxide gas is a common sterilant for medical equipment, including dialysis equipment.

    Observation:

    • A 10-year-old boy with renal failure due to branchio-oto-renal syndrome experienced a severe anaphylactic reaction during his initial hemodialysis session.
    • The suspected cause of the anaphylaxis was ethylene oxide gas, used to sterilize the dialyzer.

    Findings:

    • The patient's severe allergic reaction was directly linked to ethylene oxide gas exposure from the sterilized dialyzer.
    • Radioallergosorbent testing (RAST) performed immediately following the anaphylactic event may produce false-negative results, potentially misdirecting clinical assessment.

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    Implications:

    • Clinicians should consider ethylene oxide gas as a potential allergen in patients experiencing anaphylaxis during hemodialysis.
    • Alternative sterilization methods or thorough dialyzer rinsing protocols may be necessary for sensitized individuals.
    • The timing of allergy testing is critical; repeat or alternative testing may be required if initial results are negative despite strong clinical suspicion.