Fatal reactions[1,2] | Near-fatal reactions[3] | |
(n = 34*) | (n = 68) | |
1. Uncontrolled asthma | 62% | 10% |
2. Prior systemic reaction | 53% | 9% |
3. Pollen season | 47% | 46% |
4. Epinephrine delayed or not given | 43% | 6% |
5. Reaction in allergist's office | 59% | 93% |
6. Dosing/administration errors (3 of 17 given IM) | 35% | 25% |
7. None reported | 17%¶ | – |
8. Inadequate waiting period | 12% | 3% |
9. Home administration | 9% | 0% |
10. Beta-blockers/ACE inhibitors | 2% each | 3%/1.5% |
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