Hereditary Angioedema Caused By C1-Esterase Inhibitor Deficiency: A Literature-Based Analysis and Clinical Commentary on Prophylaxis Treatment Strategies
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) caused by C1-esterase inhibitor deficiency is an autosomal-dominant disease resulting from a mutation in the C1-inhibitor gene. HAE is characterized by recurrent attacks of intense, massive, localized subcutaneous edema involving the extremities, genitalia, face, or trunk...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2011-01-01
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Series: | World Allergy Organization Journal |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1939455119304533 |