Hypersensitivity to laminaria: a case report and review of literature

Contraception. 2015 Apr;91(4):353-5. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2015.01.001. Epub 2015 Jan 13.

Abstract

We report a case of laminaria hypersensitivity treated with diphenhydramine and corticosteroids. A literature review identified 10 previously reported cases, with 8 recognized as anaphylaxis, and good outcomes with corticosteroids and antihistamines despite limited epinephrine utilization. Laminaria hypersensitivity is likely IgE mediated with an increased anaphylaxis risk with prior exposure.

Keywords: Abortion; Allergy; Anaphylactoid; Anaphylaxis; Evacuation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Induced / methods*
  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use
  • Adult
  • Anaphylaxis / drug therapy
  • Anaphylaxis / etiology*
  • Anti-Allergic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Dilatation / methods*
  • Diphenhydramine / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity / drug therapy
  • Hypersensitivity / etiology
  • Laminaria*
  • Pregnancy

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Anti-Allergic Agents
  • Diphenhydramine