Abstract
In allergology, anaphylaxis is the most common emergency situation. The anaphylactic reaction can affect the skin and mucous membranes, the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular system - with varying degrees of severity. In most cases, the anaphylactic reaction is immunologi-cally-mediated, usually by immunoglobulin E. For adults, the most common triggers of anaphylaxis are drugs, insect bites and food; for children, the most common trigger is food. In addition to general provisions (position, examination of vital function, intravenous line, administration of volumes), drug therapy plays an important role - especially the application of adrenaline. Patient education is of special importance.
Translated title of the contribution | Anaphylaxis - Diagnosis, emergency treatment and management |
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Original language | German |
Pages (from-to) | 112-119 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Arzneimitteltherapie |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 4 |
State | Published - Apr 2016 |