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Allergy & Immunology
Immunotherapy protocols for Hymenoptera venom allergy are presented
September 20th, 2006
Investigators present flexible approaches in the design of subcutaneous immunotherapy protocols for Hymenoptera venom allergy in a recent issue of the Annals of Allergy Asthma and Immunology. According to their report from Italy, "Venom immunotherapy is an effective method for the treatment of Hymenoptera venom allergy. Different extracts and treatment schedules are available to compare the safety and efficacy of immunotherapy in three cohorts of patients sensitized to Vespula species." "In this open study, 43 patients were treated with a subcutaneous aqueous extract for induction and maintenance (AA), 34 with a...
Source: Biotech Week (2006-09-20)
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