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Allergen Immunotherapy in Children User’s Guide

Alvaro‐Lozano, Montserrat; Akdis, Cezmi A; Akdis, Mubeccel; Alviani, Cherry; Angier, Elisabeth; et al (2020). Allergen Immunotherapy in Children User’s Guide. Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, 31(S25):1-101.

Abstract

Allergen immunotherapy is a cornerstone in the treatment of allergic children. The clinical efficiency relies on a well‐defined immunologic mechanism promoting regulatory T cells and downplaying the immune response induced by allergens. Clinical indications have been well documented for respiratory allergy in the presence of rhinitis and/or allergic asthma, to pollens and dust mites. Patients who have had an anaphylactic reaction to hymenoptera venom are also good candidates for allergen immunotherapy. Administration of allergen is currently mostly either by subcutaneous injections or by sublingual administration. Both methods have been extensively studied and have pros and cons. Specifically in children, the choice of the method of administration according to the patient's profile is important. Although allergen immunotherapy is widely used, there is a need for improvement. More particularly, biomarkers for prediction of the success of the treatments are needed. The strength and efficiency of the immune response may also be boosted by the use of better adjuvants. Finally, novel formulations might be more efficient and might improve the patient's adherence to the treatment. This user's guide reviews current knowledge and aims to provide clinical guidance to healthcare professionals taking care of children undergoing allergen immunotherapy.

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Item Type:Journal Article, refereed, further contribution
Communities & Collections:04 Faculty of Medicine > Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma Research
Dewey Decimal Classification:610 Medicine & health
Scopus Subject Areas:Health Sciences > Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
Health Sciences > Immunology and Allergy
Life Sciences > Immunology
Uncontrolled Keywords:Immunology, Immunology and Allergy, Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
Language:English
Date:1 May 2020
Deposited On:11 Jan 2021 15:31
Last Modified:24 Oct 2024 01:39
Publisher:Wiley-Blackwell Publishing, Inc.
ISSN:0905-6157
OA Status:Hybrid
Free access at:PubMed ID. An embargo period may apply.
Publisher DOI:https://doi.org/10.1111/pai.13189
PubMed ID:32436290
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