Clinical Applications of Sublingual Immunotherapy
Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) is effective for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma in adults and children. In a limited number of studies, SLIT efficacy has been demonstrated for the treatment of food allergy. SLIT has a higher safety profile versus subcutaneous immunotherapy, although some systemic reactions have been reported. Appropriate patient selection, meticulous patient education, and routine follow-up are key for the safe and effective administration of SLIT. With organization and attention to detail, adding SLIT to one ’s practice can provide a highly valued patient service.
Source: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Thomas S. Edwards, Sarah K. Wise Source Type: research
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