Publication details
Důsledky přerušení imunoglobulinové léčby u nemocného s X-vázanou agamaglobulinémií
| Title in English | Discontinuation of immunoglobulin treatment in a patient with X-linked agammaglobulinemia |
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| Authors | |
| Year of publication | 2002 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Alergie |
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| Citation | |
| Field | Immunology |
| Keywords | Humoral immunodeficiency; immunoglobulins therapeutic use; patient education |
| Description | A case-report of a patient with a relatively mild form of X-linked agammaglobulinemia treated by intramuscular immunoglobulin is reported. Because of dissatisfaction with the immunoglobulin treatment the patient consulted a specialist in homeopathy who suggested discontinuation of the immunoglobulin treatment. Approximately 4 months after the discontinuation the patient had got an upper respiratory tract infection which progressed into pneumonia and pericarditis with shock, fortunately due to intensive treatment the patient survived this complication. Insufficient education of the patient in the character of the disease and the necessity of adequate treatment seems to be one of important aspects leading to this complication. |
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