Biomaterials, Medical Devices, and Combination Products is a single-volume guide for
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The fifth edition of this classic text is the definitive, clinically orientated guide to a critical area
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Background: Immunoglobluin E (IgE)-mediated hypersensitivity to natural rubber latex (NRL)
is a major problem in allergy practice. Currently, the use of skin prick tests (SPTs) with latex …

BACKGROUND: Differences in latex allergen sensitization profiles have been described
between children undergoing repeated surgical interventions and health care workers. The …

Occupational dermatoses are defined as any pathological conditions of the skin for which
job exposure can be shown to be a major direct or contributory factor (Lane et al., 1942) …

Objectives: Latex product manufacturing is an important industry in south-east Asia but has
the potential for considerable occupational exposure of workers to latex allergens. Although …

Background Allergies to latex or 'rubber chemicals' in medical or other occupationally used
gloves are not uncommon. In contrast, very few articles have reported on latex allergy (type …

Although gloves protect hands from hazardous environmental factors, there are problems
associated with their frequent use. Dirt, irritation, maceration, allergy, and lack of comfort are …

Background Allergy to latex of Hevea brasiliensis is a frequent problem. In spite of the
significant progress of research, the identity and cross‐reactivity of some latex allergens are …

Anaphylaxis is a serious, potentially life‐threatening allergic reaction that is rapid in onset
and requires prompt treatment. This chapter largely focuses on the general management of …