Clinical history in suspected cases of immediate allergy to beta-lactam

Background: Mislabeling patients as allergic to beta lactams poses an increased risk of morbidity, healthcare costs, and even mortality. This study aimed to define the accuracy of medical history, taken by a specialist, in diagnosing immediate reaction to beta lactams. Methods: All patients labeled...

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Main Authors: Yossi Rosman, Mohamad Elmalak, Keren Meir-Shafrir, Idit Lachover-Roth, Anat Cohen-Engler, Ronit Confino-Cohen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-02-01
Series:World Allergy Organization Journal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1939455120304099