Basophil activation testing in occupational respiratory allergy to low molecular weight compounds.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:During the past decade, easy access to sequence analyses has allowed us to increase our understanding of the pathogenesis of severe combined immunodeficiencies. Here, we describe the expanding clinical and immunological spectrum associated with Omenn syndrome phenotype. In particular, we review the ce...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Marrella V,Maina V,Villa A

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review summarizes recent advances and findings in the area of 'hidden' food allergens, i.e. allergenic foods that can either contaminate other foods, or be 'disguised' as part of a food, and cause allergic reactions. Newly emerging allergenic foods of increasing importance, recently developed methods for the dete...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Hefle SL

更新日期：2001-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Component-resolved diagnosis (CRD) is an advanced tool capable of aiding the clinician in fine tuning the diagnosis of the causal allergens of a reaction with the added value of providing information of severity risk, potential cross-reactivity, and subsequently, guiding management measures. This revi...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Cardona V,Ansotegui IJ

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to provide a brief discussion on the differential diagnosis for peripheral eosinophilia. We will then focus on targeted immunotherapies for atopic disease, their effects on absolute peripheral eosinophil counts, and use of peripheral eosinophils as a predictor of treatmen...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors：

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Recent application of advanced culture-independent molecular techniques for the identification of microorganisms has contributed to our knowledge on the role of early-life microbial exposure and colonization in health and disease. The purpose of this review is to present the current perspectives regar...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Beigelman A,Weinstock GM,Bacharier LB

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:In this review we will focus on recent advances in the role of mast cells in the pathophysiology of insect allergy and the possible mechanisms of mast cell activation in anaphylaxis. RECENT FINDINGS:Anaphylactic reactions in the mouse can be induced by several independent pathways involving immunoglo...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Nauta A,Knippels L,Garssen J,Redegeld F

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Dental professionals and their physicians frequently do not recognize, accurately diagnose or appropriately manage occupational allergies. Dental allergen identification, diagnostics and practical avoidance strategies are summarized in this review. RECENT FINDINGS:Methacrylates, natural rubber latex ...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Hamann CP,Rodgers PA,Sullivan KM

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review recent developments on the inter-relationship between food allergy and atopic eczema, with a particular focus on understanding the role of filaggrin gene defects. RECENT FINDINGS:Filaggrin gene defects have recently been identified as a major risk factor for the development of atopic eczema...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Worth A,Sheikh A

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Dry eye disease (DED) is a complex, multifactorial condition that is challenging to diagnose and monitor clinically. To date, diagnosis has consisted largely of self-reported symptom questionnaires and a collection of clinical tests including vital dye staining, estimation of tear breakup time and Sch...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Dohlman TH,Ciralsky JB,Lai EC

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This review describes the diverse clinical manifestations of IgE-mediated allergy to ingested wheat and summarizes recent advances in characterization of clinically significant allergens and diagnostic workup. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent population-based studies have shown the prevalence of wheat allergy ...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Inomata N

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Allergic diseases represent a growing global health concern, especially among pediatric populations. Current strategies for the treatment of allergies and asthma focus on limiting the severity of the symptoms; however, additional research investigating the mechanisms promoting inflammation in the cont...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Inclan-Rico JM,Ponessa JJ,Siracusa MC

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Defining predisposition to allergic drug reactions has largely focussed on HLA associations, but other genetic and nongenetic factors are also likely to be involved. RECENT FINDINGS:Polymorphic genetic variants in cytokine genes, including IL-10, and co-signalling pathways, including CTLA4, have been...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Gibson A,Ogese M,Pirmohamed M

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To present and discuss the rationale for using high-dose intravenous human immunoglobulins in the treatment of severe drug eruptions and the clinical results of recently published series. RECENT FINDINGS:In toxic epidermal necrolysis, intravenous human immunoglobulins were expected to inhibit the apo...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Bachot N,Roujeau JC

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Vitamin D deficiency has been rediscovered as a public-health problem worldwide. It has been postulated that vitamin D deficiency may explain a portion of the asthma epidemic. The purpose of this review is to present the evidence for a role of vitamin D in asthma. RECENT FINDINGS:Both animal models a...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Litonjua AA

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) is a rare chronic self-limiting allergic inflammatory disease of the ocular surface mostly affecting young boys in their first decade of life. In the last few years a new clinical entity of VKC has been described: adult VKC. Two variants have been identified according...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Di Zazzo A,Bonini S,Fernandes M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Despite asthma being widely regarded as a heterogeneous disease, a consensus for an accurate system of classification has not been agreed. Recent studies have suggested that the recognition of subphenotypes of asthma based on the pattern of airway inflammation may be particularly useful in increasing ...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Green RH,Brightling CE,Bradding P

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of the present review is to describe recent approaches aimed at improving the treatment of allergic diseases through allergen-specific immunotherapy (SIT). Special emphasis will be given to the approach based on specific targeting of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class-II anti...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Crameri R,Kündig TM,Akdis CA

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The present review updates current findings on long-term clinical and immunological outcomes after cessation of allergen immunotherapy for allergic respiratory disease. RECENT FINDINGS:Recent studies have shown that allergen immunotherapy has sustained disease-modifying effects that persist for years...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Eifan AO,Shamji MH,Durham SR

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Asthma is prevalent in inner-city populations, exhibiting significant morbidity and mortality. This review focuses on the consequential findings of recent literature, providing insight into onset of asthma, complicating factors, prediction of exacerbations, and novel treatment strategies. RECENT FIND...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Dutmer CM,McGraw MD,Liu AH

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the majority of workers with occupational asthma, the disease remains active even several years after removal from exposure or diminution of the levels of exposure to the causal agent. Only 25% or so normalize their lung function and their bronchial responsiveness to nonspecific agents. The aim of this review is to...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Gautrin D,Lemière C

更新日期：2002-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Baker's allergy and asthma continue to represent an important contributor of occupational asthma globally. This review identified recent studies related to the prevention of baker's allergy and asthma. RECENT FINDINGS:Studies with respect to regulatory exposure standards, workplace control measures a...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Jeebhay MF,Baatjies R

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:There is considerable evidence that implicates eosinophils as important effector cells in the inflammation characteristic of eosinophilic asthma. IL-5 is central to eosinophil maturation and release from the bone marrow, their subsequent accumulation, activation and persistence in the tissues. IL-5 th...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Walsh GM

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Personalized medicine encompasses the use of biological information such as genomics to provide tailored interventions for patients. The review explores the ethical, legal, and social issues that have emerged with personalized medicine and must be considered because of the complex nature of providing ...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Joly Y,Saulnier KM,Osien G,Knoppers BM

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe the recent insights into the definition, causes, natural outcome, and key elements of irritant-induced asthma (IIA) management. RECENT FINDINGS:IIA is a subtype of occupational asthma without immunologic sensitization and includes the typical reactive airway dysfunction syndrome (RADS) an...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Labrecque M

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Allergic conjunctivitis is common and may be the most prominent or the only feature of allergies. Immunotherapy has been used as a primary treatment for allergies since the early 1900s. Currently the use of immunotherapy for allergic rhinoconjunctivitis is well established and has been shown to decrea...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Bielory L,Mongia A

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:An inverse relationship between resistance to certain parasitic diseases and measures of atopy and asthma has long been observed. A possible explanation is that genetic determinants which confer protection against detrimental worm burdens are the same determinants involved in atopic asthma. The focus ...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Barnes KC,Grant AV,Gao P

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The phenomenon of intrinsic or nonatopic asthma continues to raise questions about the possible role of IgE-mediated mechanisms in asthma pathogenesis. With the current availability of anti-IgE therapy for asthma, clarification of this issue has never been more timely and relevant. RECENT FINDINGS:Th...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Corrigan C

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Drug allergy is an adverse drug reaction that is immune-mediated. Immune activation can occur when drugs or haptens bind covalently to proteins and then act as antigens. The purpose of this review is to summarize the recent data on the formation of hapten-protein complexes and to assess the importance...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Faulkner L,Meng X,Park BK,Naisbitt DJ

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Children living in US inner cities experience disparate burdens of asthma, especially in severity, impairment, exacerbations, and morbidity. Investigations seeking to better understand the factors and mechanisms underlying asthma prevalence, severity, and exacerbation in children living in these commu...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Dutmer CM,Kim H,Searing DA,Zoratti EM,Liu AH

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to highlight recent advances in gene-expression profiling of nasal polyps in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis and aspirin-sensitive asthma. RECENT FINDINGS:Gene-expression profiling has allowed simultaneous interrogation of thousands of genes, including the entire ge...

journal_title：Current opinion in allergy and clinical immunology

authors： Platt M,Metson R,Stankovic K

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00