Predictors of Severe Anaphylaxis In Hymenoptera Venom Allergy: The Importance of Absence of Urticaria/Angioedema

Hymenoptera venom allergy affects approximately 3% of the adult population in Western countries 1,2,3,4 and represents the most common cause of anaphylaxis in Germany, Austria and Switzerland accounting for 50% of reported cases5. The incidence of insect sting related mortality in Europe caused by anaphylaxis is estimated around 200 fatalities per year6, but the incidence of near-fatal episodes might be considerably higher7. Moreover, the documented mortality may be underestimated because of unrecognized insect stings in unexplained causes of death8.

Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - March 17, 2020 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Maria Chapsa, Henriette Roensch, Mathias Langner, Stefan Beissert, Andrea Bauer Source Type: research