Anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions

• Other Authors: Castells, Mariana C. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: New York Humana Press 2011
• Subjects: Anaphylaxis; Acute-Phase Reaction; Hypersensitivity
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• Physical Description: xiii, 361 pages illustrations (some color) 26 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781603279505; 1603279504

Despite wide recognition as a serious public health problem, anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions remain under-recognized and under-diagnosed. This book fills the gaps in our understanding of the identification of triggers, recognition of clinical presentations, understanding of the natural history of these reactions, and selection of treatment strategies including those focused on cellular and molecular targets. The book provides a detailed examination of disease etiology, pathogenesis, and pathophysiology and their correlation to clinical practice. Forefront knowledge of the mediators and mechanisms of anaphylaxis is covered with an emphasis on how new discoveries shape our current and emerging therapies