Delayed anaphylaxis following propofol infusion in unknown egg allergic patient
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research and Review - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
We report a case of anaphylaxis that occurs more than one hour after propofol administration for colonoscopy. The patient did not reveal his allergy to egg in the preoperative evaluation. Administration of propofol to patient with egg allergy should be avoided.
Authors and Affiliations
Jaoaud Laoutid, Lotfi Bibiche, Nabil Jbili, Khalid Chkoura, Moulay Ahmed Hachimi, Africha T
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