title: Anaphylaxis: an update.
abstract: Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency. Virtually, any individual may develop hypersensitivity to any of the various formulations/substances used in dental practice and this necessitates all dental professionals to keep themselves updated with the latest guide-line on management of life threatening anaphylaxis. Guidelines by the World Allergy Organization for the assessment and management of anaphylaxis in 2011 are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, L. N Medical College & Research Center and J. K Hospital, J. K Town, Sarvdharm C-Sector, Kolar Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462042 India ; Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, H-3/2, B. D. A Colony, Nayapura, Lal Ghati, Airport Road, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462001 India.
authors.forename: Darpan
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Bhargava
keywords: Anaphylaxis; Dental; Dentist; Hypersensitivity; Medical emergency