Publications by authors named "Marialuisa Sandomenico"
Epidemiology of Paediatric Italian Food Allergy: Results of the EPIFA study.
J Allergy Clin Immunol Glob
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- The EPIFA study aimed to analyze the epidemiology of pediatric food allergies in the Campania region of Italy from 2009 to 2021.
- A total of 105,151 children were screened, revealing a significant rise in food allergy incidence (34%) and prevalence (113.6%), particularly among children aged 0-3 (+120.8%).
- Common allergens identified included cow's milk, hen's eggs, and nuts, highlighting the need for better prevention and management strategies for pediatric food allergies.