Article
[Atypical presentation of hereditary angioedema. A report of a case and literature review].
Revista alergia Mexico (Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico : 1993) - 1 Jan 2000
García Cobas Cecilia Yvonne, González Díaz Sandra N, Arias Cruz Alfredo, Weinman Alejandra Macías, Zárate Hernández María del Carmen
Abstract excerpt
Hereditary angioedema is an uncommon disorder mainly caused by defects of the gene for C1 inhibitor. These patients present recurrent edema episodes in the different regions of the body, including larynx edema in some cases. Low plasma levels of C1 inhibitor confirm the diagnosis. It is important to establish an early diagnosis and prompt treatment to this disorder due to its potential of fatal consequences and...
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