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2020 Nov 09


J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract

Beta2-agonists may be superior to epinephrine to relieve severe anaphylactic uterine contractions.

Authors

D'Astous-Gauthier K, Graham F, Paradis L, Roches A D, Bégin P
J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2020 Nov 09.
PMID: 33181341.

Abstract

Uterine contractions are recognized as a potential manifestation of anaphylaxis but literature on their proper management is limited. It is widely recognized that anaphylactic reactions can cause uterine contractions, but little is known about their optimal management.