A regional approach to unmet needs in anaphylaxis.

Authors: Minale P, Bignardi D, Troise C, Voltolini S, Dignetti P Abstract Allergic diseases are under-diagnosed and undertreated despite their wide prevalence, and particularly anaphylaxis is often under-estimated. Evidence-based anaphylaxis guidelines developed by principal allergy organizations agree on increased prevalence of anaphylaxis, especially in patients younger than 18 years (18-27,30): this trend highlights the need for actions on anaphylaxis management and prevention (3,4). Lack of prompt connection between emergency department and allergy unit after discharge, and of a dedicated ICD-9th identification code (18-26), can delay diagnosis and treatment of anaphylaxis (28,29). Also in the experience of our Allergy Unit, patients reach the allergist office after several att...

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