Threatened Respiratory Compromise in the Setting of Isolated Angioedema

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" Threatened Respiratory Compromise in the Setting of Isolated Angioedema "
Stephenson, Graham S.; Lotfipour, Shahram; Lahham, Shadi

Document Type	:	AL
Record Number	:	927998
Doc. No	:	LA9g46p4vj
Language of Document	:	English
Main Entry	:	Stephenson, Graham S.; Lotfipour, Shahram; Lahham, Shadi
Title & Author	:	Threatened Respiratory Compromise in the Setting of Isolated Angioedema [Article]\ Stephenson, Graham S.; Lotfipour, Shahram; Lahham, Shadi
Title of Periodical	:	Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine
Volume/ Issue Number	:	2/4
Date	:	2018
Abstract	:	Isolated angioedema of the uvula, or Quincke’s disease, is a rare condition that can cause respiratory compromise. Although typically self-limiting, episodes of angioedema may require prompt therapy to prevent obstruction of the proximal airway. In this case report we review the appropriate steps for initial evaluation of patients with suspected angioedema, primary etiologies, and appropriate initial therapy.