Adrenaline in the treatment of anaphylaxis: what is the evidence?

被引:166
作者
McLean-Tooke, APC [1 ]
Bethune, CA [1 ]
Fay, AC [1 ]
Spickett, GP [1 ]
机构
[1] Royal Victoria Infirm, Reg Dept Immunol & Allergy, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 4LP, Tyne & Wear, England
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BMJ-BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL | 2003年 / 327卷 / 7427期
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10.1136/bmj.327.7427.1332
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R5 [内科学];
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1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Adrenaline (epinephrine) is the recommended first line treatment for patients with anaphylaxis. This review discusses the safety and efficacy of adrenaline in the treatment of anaphylaxis in the light of currently available evidence. A pragmatic approach to use of adrenaline auto-injectors is suggested.
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页码:1332 / 1335
页数:4
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