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Hidden Causes of Anaphylaxis

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Purpose of Review

This study aimed to review important hidden causes of anaphylaxis in ingestants, non-ingestants, and uncommon settings.

Recent Findings

Multiple new and elusive causes of anaphylaxis have been described over the past 35 years.

Summary

Further research is required to identify the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and clinical impact of these hidden causes. Although these culprits should be considered in the appropriate clinical scenarios, many remain exceedingly rare.

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    Vivian C. Nanagas, James L. Baldwin & Keerthi R. Karamched

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Nanagas, V.C., Baldwin, J.L. & Karamched, K.R. Hidden Causes of Anaphylaxis. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep 17, 44 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11882-017-0713-2

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