Hypersensitivity and Chemotherapy Desensitization

• Published in: Seminars in oncology nursing Vol. 37; no. 2; p. 151132
• Main Authors: Lawry, Dallas, Bell, Allegra, McKaig, Amanda, McParlane, Rayna
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Elsevier Inc 01.04.2021
• Subjects: Allergy; Chemotherapy desensitization; Hypersensitivity reaction; Allergy; Chemotherapy desensitization; Hypersensitivity reaction

Hypersensitivity reactions (HSRs) are defined as reactions with reproducible signs and symptoms, triggered by an exposure to a stimulus at a dose tolerated by normal subjects. Although discontinuing the allergenic medication can eliminate the potential for HSRs, it can also lead to significant morbi...