Laboratory Animal Bite Anaphylaxis: A National Survey: Part 2: Treatment Protocols.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
OBJECTIVE: This study documents current treatment protocols for laboratory animal bite anaphylaxis in the United States. METHODS: An online survey was e-mailed to designated institutional officials at laboratory animal facilities identified by the National Institutes of Health Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare. RESULTS: One hundred eighty-nine organizations responded to the question of whether they had a treatment protocol with 32% indicating that they had a protocol. Having a case of anaphylaxis increased the likelihood of having a protocol (61%). Of those with a protocol, 58% included treatment with injectable epinephrine, if clinically indicated. Among all respondents, only 14% reported keeping injectable epinephrine at the location where animal work is performed. CONCLUSIONS: A minority of responding organizations had protocols in place to address laboratory animal bite anaphylaxis. Organizations with workers at risk should consider implementing a protocol for assessment and treatment.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Stave, GM; Lee, EH; Darcey, DJ
Published Date
- August 2017
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 59 / 8
Start / End Page
- 739 - 741
PubMed ID
- 28609353
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1536-5948
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1097/JOM.0000000000001063
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States