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. 2022 Sep 1;38(9):456-461.
doi: 10.1097/PEC.0000000000002812.

Anaphylaxis in Children

Melisa S Tanverdi  1 , Alexandria Wiersma  1 , Kristin M Kim  1 , Allison G Hicks  2 , Rakesh D Mistry  3
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Anaphylaxis in Children

Melisa S Tanverdi et al. Pediatr Emerg Care. .

Abstract

Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening event in children, commonly encountered in the prehospital and emergency department settings. Recently published clinical guidelines emphasize early recognition of anaphylaxis and administration of epinephrine as the mainstay of management. Literature regarding adjuvant therapies, biphasic reactions, observation times, and disposition of patients with anaphylaxis remains controversial. In this article, we will review the background and pathophysiology of anaphylaxis, as well as the diagnostic approach, management, and future directions of anaphylaxis in children.

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