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Hereditary angio-oedema is characterised by recurrent swellings in any part of the body and also by recurrent attacks of severe abdominal pain. The disease is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner but up to 25% of cases can occur as a spontaneous mutation, Attacks of swelling can be precipitated by trauma, certain drugs, and emotional stress. Treatment usually involves a combination of prophylaxis, using androgens or antifibrolytic drugs, and replacement with C'1 esterase inhibitor concentrate for acute attacks and before surgery or other traumatic procedures.
Author(s): Fay A; Abinun M
Publication type: Review
Publication status: Published
Journal: Journal of Clinical Pathology
Year: 2002
Volume: 55
Issue: 4
Pages: 266-270
ISSN (print): 0021-9746
ISSN (electronic):
URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jcp.55.4.266
DOI: 10.1136/jcp.55.4.266
