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[Incidence of allergic diseases and atopic markers in a tertiary hospital]

R Rodríguez Medina1, M I Rojo Gutiérrez, M Becerril Angeles

  • 1Departamento de alergia e inmunología clínica, Hospital de Especialidades, CMN La Raza, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social.

Revista Alergia Mexico (Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico : 1993)
|April 16, 1998
PubMed

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This study on allergic disorders in Mexico City found high rates of Staphylococcus aureus and eosinophilia, particularly in children. Findings highlight a strong family history link and suggest these factors are associated with allergic conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Allergic disorders represent a significant global health burden.
  • Understanding their distribution and features is crucial for effective healthcare planning.
  • Mexico City, a major urban center, presents a unique demographic for such studies.

Purpose:

  • To describe the distribution and characteristics of allergic disorders.
  • To identify key clinical and demographic features in a tertiary hospital setting.
  • To investigate associations between eosinophilia, Staphylococcus aureus, and family history in allergic patients.

Summary:

  • A one-year descriptive study analyzed 1486 patients, with a near-equal gender distribution and a peak incidence in children under 10.
  • Peripheral and nasal eosinophilia were prevalent (57.6% and 58.1%, respectively).
  • High rates of Staphylococcus aureus (55% in positive throat cultures) and significant atopic family history (44%) were observed, with rhinitis and asthma being the most common diagnoses.

Impact:

  • The study identifies a high prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus and eosinophilia in patients with allergic disorders.
  • It underscores the importance of family history in the development of allergies.
  • Findings provide valuable data for allergy management and research in Mexico City.

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