Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2762977 Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 2013 9 Pages PDF
Abstract

Angioedema is a potentially life-threatening condition that may present at any point in the perioperative care of patients. It requires prompt recognition and diagnosis; the primary concern during acute attacks is airway management. The pathophysiology, various causes of angioedema, and treatment strategies according to underlying etiology are presented.

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