Evaluation of perioperative hypersensitiviy reactions: post-event interaction between anesthesiologist and alergist

Abstract

Background Allergic reactions during perioperative period may vary in terms of incidence, type of reaction and severity. Reactions ranging from mild skin disorders up to cardiac arrest might be observed. The lack of post-event investigation and a failure of interaction, due to a poor communication, between anesthesiologist and allergist represent risks for a re-exposure to the allergen. The existence of an instrument to enable allergist and anesthesiologist to exchanging informations about the patient and his allergic reaction can reduce this risk of re-exposition. The aim of the study was to develop a protocol for communication between anesthesiologist and allergist for investigation of perioperative allergic reactions.