Highlights in Food Allergy: 6th International Symposium on Immunological and Clinical Problems of Food Allergy, Lugano/Switzerland, September 24-26, 1996 (Monographs in Allergy) [Hardcover]

C. Ortolani (Author), Switzerland) International Symposium on Immunological and Clinical Problems of Food Allergy (6th : 1995 : Lugano (Author), Brunello Wuthrich (Author, Editor)

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Publication Date: June 1996 | Series: Monographs in Allergy

The growing importance of food allergy is confirmed by recent epidemiologic data which show that food allergies affect about 13-18% of the population. focusing on IgE-mediated allergy, this book presents the latest finding concerning the molecular characteristics of food allergens and the cross-reactivity between different food allergens as well as between food and pollen allergens. Through coverage is given to gastrointestinal diseases caused by immunologic reactions to food in pediatric patients, prophylaxis, and the maturation of the immune system. Clinical experience with food allergies in different groups of patients is summarized in a number of papers, while others examine the allergenicity of different food. Finally, a number of controversial issues in the diagnosis and treatment of food allergies are discussed by authors who take opposing standpoints - an approach designed to assist readers in forming their own opinions on these challenging issues.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 259 pages
• Publisher: S Karger Pub; 1 edition (June 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 3805562241
• ISBN-13: 978-3805562249
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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1.0 out of 5 stars The editor does not represent impartial views., September 20, 1998

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This review is from: Highlights in Food Allergy: 6th International Symposium on Immunological and Clinical Problems of Food Allergy, Lugano/Switzerland, September 24-26, 1996 (Monographs in Allergy) (Hardcover)

unfortunately, the editor of this book is overly influenced by the commercial companies that support his research. Thus, his commercial biases render the opinons slanted and of limited value.