WCN25-4439 ARE THESE WHEALS FOR REAL? A HEMODIALYSIS PATIENT WITH URTICARIA AT THE START OF HEMODIALYSIS
Urticaria is an inflammatory skin disorder that affects the majority of the world population which is characterized by itchy wheals. It can happen due to activation and degranulation of skin mast cells and the release of histamine and other mediators, as well as It can be stimulated by many factors, including medications, allergens, or underlying diseases. Hemodialysis patients are at risk of developing urticaria due to potential allergens encountered during dialysis sessions, such as dialysis membranes or medications.
Authors
- Manal Al Senaidi
- Nihal Bashir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9457-8027)
- NAPOLEON GENEGA
- MOHAMMED ALHAKIM
Institutions
- Al Ain Hospital (AE)
- Abu Dhabi Health Services (AE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Kidney International Reports
- Published
- 2025-01-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ekir.2024.11.814
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Urticaria and Related Conditions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.67