Investigation of the underuse of adrenaline (epinephrine) and prognosis among patients with anaphylaxis at emergency department admission

BackgroundAnaphylaxis is a potentially fatal condition; in severe cases of anaphylaxis, the cardiovascular system is often heavily involved. Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a cornerstone of the initial treatment of anaphylaxis. The use of epinephrine remains below expectations in clinical practice. Whet...

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Main Authors: Yen-Yue Lin, Hsin-An Chang, Yung-Hsi Kao, Chih-Pin Chuu, Wen-Fang Chiang, Ya-Chieh Chang, Yuan-Kuei Li, Chi-Ming Chu, Jenq-Shyong Chan, Po-Jen Hsiao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fmed.2023.1163817/full