Latex--a new cause of anaphylaxis.
Increased use of latex gloves and condoms as protection against HIV could increase incidence of anaphylactic reaction, say these authors. Contact with latex during an examination, catheterization, delivery or surgery can also cause an anaphylaxis in some patients.
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D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D004837:Epinephrine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D006801:Humans; D007840:Latex / Q000009:adverse effects*
D007840:Latex; D004837:Epinephrine