Perioperative anaphylactic reactions to central venous and pulmonary artery catheters containing chlorhexidine, sulfadiazine, or latex: a historical cohort study

CONCLUSION: Perioperative anaphylactic reactions related to CVCs/PACs containing chlorhexidine, silver sulfadiazine, or latex were rare in this large historical cohort study. We identified 2,937 patients with pre-existing chlorhexidine, sulfa, and/or latex allergies and had CVCs/PACs inserted that contained these substances. Although few cases of perioperative anaphylaxis attributable to these substances were observed in patients with corresponding allergies, the potential for substantial complication exists. Providers should be aware of the potential for these hidden exposures.PMID:36829103 | DOI:10.1007/s12630-023-02403-8

Source: Canadian Journal of Anaesthesia - February 24, 2023 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Terrique M Pinnock Gerald W Volcheck Mark M Smith Andrew W Murray Johnathan R Renew Bradford B Smith Source Type: research