Publications by authors named "F Carolino"
Acute Abdominal Pain as the Initial Presentation of an Acquired C1 Inhibitor Deficiency.
GE Port J Gastroenterol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- - Acquired angioedema (AAE) is a rare condition that can cause severe abdominal pain and is often misdiagnosed in emergency rooms, potentially leading to unnecessary treatments.
- - A case study of a 47-year-old man revealed that initial suspicion of ACEI-induced angioedema was incorrect; instead, tests showed AAE with abnormal C1 inhibitor function and low complement levels.
- - Recognizing AAE early in patients with acute abdominal symptoms is crucial, as it can indicate underlying serious conditions and lead to better treatment outcomes.
Exploring the Relationship Between Tamoxifen and Hereditary Angioedema.
Eur J Breast Health
January 2024
Allergy to beta-lactam antibiotics in children: Risk factors for a positive diagnostic work-up.
Allergol Immunopathol (Madr)
July 2021
Background: Allergy to beta-lactam (βL) antibiotics is highly reported in children, but rarely confirmed. Risk factors for a positive diagnostic work-up are scarce. The primary aim was to characterize the cases of children with confirmed βL allergy, investigating potential risk factors.
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