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A review of allergen‐specific immunotherapy in human and veterinary medicine
Author(s) -
Loewenstein Christine,
Mueller Ralf S.
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
veterinary dermatology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.744
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1365-3164
pISSN - 0959-4493
DOI - 10.1111/j.1365-3164.2008.00727.x
Subject(s) - medicine , human medicine , veterinary medicine , allergen , immunotherapy , adverse effect , allergen immunotherapy , immunology , allergy , traditional medicine , immune system
This article reviews allergen‐specific immunotherapy in human and veterinary medicine. Current hypotheses of possible mechanisms of actions are outlined. Indications, success rates, adverse effects and factors influencing outcome of therapy are discussed in humans, dogs, cats and horses.