| Literature DB >> 33490858 |
Katharina Aßmus1, Markus Meissner1, Roland Kaufmann1, Eva Maria Valesky1.
Abstract
The prevalence of systemic reactions to hymenoptera stings is up to 7.5%. Venom-specific immunotherapy (VIT) is an established treatment for insect venom allergy. In order to monitor the allergic status and thus the success of the therapy, controlled sting challenge under VIT continues to be the gold standard. This review deals not only with useful indications and therapeutic consequences but also with critical aspects that should be considered when performing sting challenge. © Dustri-Verlag Dr. K. Feistle.Entities:
Keywords: hymenoptera venom allergy; risk factors; sting challenge; therapy failure
Year: 2021 PMID: 33490858 PMCID: PMC7814776 DOI: 10.5414/ALX02148E
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Allergol Select ISSN: 2512-8957