Skin prick testing in patients using beta-blockers: a retrospective analysis
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Rationale</p> <p>The use of beta-blockers is a relative contraindication in allergen skin testing yet there is a paucity of literature on adverse events in this circumstance. We examined a population of skin tested patients on beta-blockers to look fo...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-01-01
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| Series: | Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology |
| Online Access: | http://www.aacijournal.com/content/6/1/2 |
| Summary: | <p>Abstract</p> <p>Rationale</p> <p>The use of beta-blockers is a relative contraindication in allergen skin testing yet there is a paucity of literature on adverse events in this circumstance. We examined a population of skin tested patients on beta-blockers to look for any adverse effects.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p>Charts from 2004-2008 in a single allergy clinic were reviewed for any patients taking a beta-blocker when skin tested. Data was examined for skin test reactivity, type of skin test, concomitant asthma diagnosis, allergens tested, and adverse events.</p> <p>Results</p> <p>One hundred and ninety-one patients were taking beta-blockers when skin testing occurred. Seventy-two patients had positive skin tests. No tests resulted in an adverse event.</p> <p>Conclusions</p> <p>This data demonstrates the relative safety of administrating of skin prick tests to patients on beta-blocker treatment. Larger prospective studies are needed to substantiate the findings of this study.</p> |
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| ISSN: | 1710-1484 1710-1492 |