IgE-mediated food allergy--diagnosis and management in New Zealand children

N Z Med J. 2013 Aug 16;126(1380):57-67.

Abstract

Aim: To summarise the diagnosis and management of IgE-mediated food allergy (FA) in New Zealand children.

Method: A review of the scientific literature and subsequent consensus development.

Results: FA is a common problem in New Zealand children with management necessitating accurate diagnosis, appropriate risk management, and reassessment over time.

Conclusion: This paper highlights the importance of a structured approach to diagnosis and management of FA in New Zealand children, guided by appropriately skilled health professionals.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Food Hypersensitivity / diagnosis*
  • Food Hypersensitivity / epidemiology
  • Food Hypersensitivity / immunology*
  • Food Hypersensitivity / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin E / immunology*
  • New Zealand / epidemiology
  • Referral and Consultation
  • Skin Tests

Substances

  • Immunoglobulin E