Anaphylaxis to Drugs, Biological Agents, and Vaccines

Anaphylaxis is a multi-system syndrome resulting from the release of mediators from mast cells and basophils. Drugs are common causes. Anaphylaxis to certain drugs, vaccines, and biological agents present clinical challenges, and merit referral to a board-certified allergist/immunologist for further evaluation and management.

Source: Immunology and Allergy Clinics of North America - November 23, 2021 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Ruchi H. Shah, Margaret M. Kuder, David M. Lang Source Type: research