A Rare Case of Losartan-Induced Visceral Angioedema
J Prim Care Community Health. 2023 Jan-Dec;14:21501319231213744. doi: 10.1177/21501319231213744.ABSTRACTThe following describes a case of isolated visceral angioedema related to an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) medication. Additionally, we discuss the pathophysiology of drug-induced angioedema, various presentations that can be encountered, and the leading theorized mechanisms of how renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) blocking medications lead to angioedema. The goal of sharing this case is to help increase awareness of the possibility of ARB-induced angioedema and to recommend keeping visceral angioedema ...
Source: Primary Care - November 15, 2023 Category: Primary Care Authors: Steven Rosas Austin Fowler Emily Stodgill Mark Deyo-Svendsen Michael Phillips Source Type: research
