Latex Allergy: Current Status and Future Perspectives.

Authors :: Nucera E
Aruanno A
Rizzi A
Centrone M
Source :: Journal of asthma and allergy [J Asthma Allergy] 2020 Sep 28; Vol. 13, pp. 385-398. Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Sep 28 (Print Publication: 2020).
Publication Year :: 2020
Abstract: Allergy to natural rubber latex (NRLA) from Hevea brasiliensis is a relevant public health issue, in particular in healthcare workers and groups at risk. Clinical manifestations of NRLA can range from mild skin disorders to life-threatening systemic reactions. Prevention measures remain the gold-standard treatment for patients suffering from NRLA, but the only etiological therapy able to influence the natural history of NRLA is specific desensitization. This review aims to underline the epidemiological, clinical and diagnostic aspects of NRLA, and carries out a complete and wide-ranging review of the current literature on NRLA management and immunotherapy.<br />Competing Interests: The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.<br /> (© 2020 Nucera et al.)