Latex anaphylaxis in an obstetrics and gynecology physician.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Latex anaphylaxis caused by surgical gloves developed in a physician with a history of urticaria to latex. Standard therapy with epinephrine and fluids was effective. Latex allergy should be included in the differential diagnosis for anaphylaxis in a patient or a physician.
Medical subject headings
- Anaphylaxis
- Latex
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Hospital
- Physicians