Hypersensitivity Reactions to Biologic Agents - 12/07/14

Résumé |
Biologic agents (BAs) are important therapeutic tools; their use has rapidly expanded and they are used in oncology, immunology, and inflammatory diseases. Their use may be limited, however, by adverse drug reactions. This article reviews the current literature on clinical presentation and pathogenic mechanisms of both acute and delayed reactions. In addition, procedures for management of BA-induced reactions, including preventive and diagnostic work-up, are provided. Lastly, this article summarizes the current knowledge of desensitization to several widely used monoclonal antibodies.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Antidrug antibodies, Biologic agents, Drug allergy, Hypersensitivity reactions, Immunogenicity
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| The authors have nothing to disclose. |
Vol 34 - N° 3
P. 615-632 - août 2014 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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