Keywords
hereditary angioedema, fresh frozen plasma, C1-inhibitor, facial swelling
Abstract
Objectives: Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) has been used in angioedema crises, however there is a risk of aggravating the symptoms as well as transmitting infections. In this report, the authors emphasize the dangers of this therapy.
Materials and methods: A 25-year-old woman with hereditary angioedema (HAE) was treated with FFP after which her symptoms escalated.
Results: Administration of purified C1-inhibitor (C1-INH) resulted in relief of her symptoms.
Conclusions: FFP is to be avoided in a HAE crisis. Newer therapies for angioedema are preferred.
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Published:
2015-09-10
Issue:
Vol. 2 No. 5 (2015)
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