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  • Hereditary Angioedema is a genetic condition inherited in a dominant manner, but routine testing for autoantibodies (AAB) in these patients is not standard practice.
  • A study involving 15 patients with Hereditary Angioedema at a university hospital found that 40% had AAB, indicating a notable prevalence.
  • The findings suggest a high rate of AAB among affected individuals, emphasizing the need for larger studies to evaluate the impact of these antibodies on patient care.

Article Abstract

Hereditary Angioedema is a dominantly inherited disease. Routine screening of autoantibodies (AAB) is not recommended for individuals with Hereditary Angioedema; however, prevalence of these antibodies in Hereditary Angioedema patients is not well documented. We aim to determine the prevalence of AAB so that individuals at risk of developing autoimmune diseases can be identified. Fifteen patients with Hereditary Angioedema attended at Clementino Fraga Filho University Hospital accepted to participate in this study. Prevalence of AAB was 40%. Our data indicate high prevalence of AAB in patients with Hereditary Angioedema. Large-scale studies should be considered to determine the significance of these AAB in the follow-up care of patients with Hereditary Angioedema.

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