Managing the female patient with hereditary angioedema.
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare disorder resulting from decreased functional levels of C1-inhibitor (C1-INH), which manifests as periodic episodes of localized edema which can be extremely painful, debilitating and even fatal if the swelling affects the larynx. HAE can complicate many aspects of obstetric/gynecologic care, and an awareness of the disease is critical for clinicians involved in the care of women because of potential HAE-related complications pertaining to pregnancy, labor and delivery, and other women's health issues. This article provides a review of published literature specific to HAE and its management in female patients, including important concerns regarding obstetric/gynecologic care. A growing body of relevant experience is presented to help guide the care of women with HAE.
['Banerji|Aleena|A|', 'Riedl|Marc|M|']
D054179:Angioedemas, Hereditary D000933:Antifibrinolytic Agents D003174:Complement C1 Inactivator Proteins D050718:Complement C1 Inhibitor Protein D019468:Disease Management D005260:Female D006801:Humans
hereditary angioedema C1-inhibitor women ecallantide icatibant