TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Latex Allergy A1 - Anvari, Sara A1 - Riedl, Marc A. A2 - Kline, Mark W. Y1 - 2018 N1 - T2 - Rudolph's Pediatrics, 23e AB - The major source of natural rubber is derived from the latex, or milky sap, of the tree Hevea brasiliensis. Latex is a ubiquitous natural resource found in a variety of occupational and domestic commercial products. Latex hypersensitivity has become a significant medical concern in the last several decades among patients and healthcare providers. The apparent increased prevalence of latex allergy during the last few decades is due in part to the widespread use of latex gloves to prevent transmission of bloodborne pathogens such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The frequent use of latex-containing materials within the healthcare system generates concern and anxiety in individuals with adverse reactions to latex. True latex allergy can cause serious complications, including death. This chapter will provide an overview of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of latex of allergy. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/11/10 UR - accesspediatrics.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1182931936 ER -