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Latex allergy and anaphylaxis

J F Siegel1, M Rich, W A Brock

  • 1Department of Urology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

International Anesthesiology Clinics
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
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Latex allergy can cause sudden anaphylaxis during surgery. Testing and preventative measures are recommended for high-risk patients to avoid severe reactions.

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Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Immunology
  • Allergy

Background:

  • Latex allergy is an immune response to natural rubber latex proteins.
  • Reactions can range from mild skin irritation to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
  • Intraoperative anaphylaxis can be difficult to diagnose, with latex allergy being a potential cause.