Management of hereditary angioedema

Hereditary angioedema is characterised by unpredictable, painful and potentially life-threatening oedema. Recently, some C1 inhibitors have been approved for self-administration and/or routine prevention, enabling patients to be proactive in managing their disease and reducing the burden of illness. This article discusses the effect of these advances from a specialist nurse’s perspective.

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