Emergency treatment of anaphylaxis: concise clinical guidance
Andrew Whyte, Jasmeet Soar, Amy Dodd, Anna Hughes, Nicholas Sargant, Paul Turner
Abstract
Anaphylaxis is a serious systemic hypersensitivity reaction that is usually rapid in onset and may cause death. It is characterised by the rapid development of airway and/or breathing and/or circulation problems. Intramuscular adrenaline is the most important treatment, although, even in healthcare settings, many patients do not receive this intervention contrary to guidelines. The Resuscitation Council UK published an updated guideline in 2021 with some significant changes in recognition, management, observation and follow-up of patients with anaphylaxis. This is a concise version of the updated guideline.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAnaphylaxisGuidelineIntensive care medicineResuscitationAirwayAirway managementAllergyEmergency medicineAnesthesiaImmunologyPathologyFood Allergy and Anaphylaxis ResearchEosinophilic EsophagitisAsthma and respiratory diseases