The sting challenge test in Hymenoptera venom allergy: pros and cons
Bilò, M.B.; Brianzoni, M.F.; Garritani, M.S.; Antonicelli, L.; Farabollini, B.; Bonifazi, F.
European Annals of Allergy and Clinical Immunology 35(10): 377-381
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 1764-1489 PMID: 14768522 Document Number: 562535
This paper examines the main features of the deliberate sting challenge with regard to the type of insect, the advantages and disadvantages of its use in untreated and treated patients and after discontinuation of specific immunotherapy.