Catalog

Latex-induced anaphylaxis

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Link to WHO Definition

Latex-induced anaphylaxis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/38429167

Anaphylaxis attributable to contact with latex allergens. Rapidly progressive, multi-system and potentially life-threatening reaction to exposure to latex allergen to which the affected individual has previously been sensitized. When severe it may be fatal. This systemic reaction usually develops within minutes to hours of inhaled or direct contact with latex allergens, which are listed as the main causes of preoperative anaphylaxis and occupational anaphylaxis. Clinically there may be manifested by dizziness or faintness, skin tingling and erythema, followed by urticaria, angio-oedema, bronchospasm, abdominal pain and vasomotor collapse.