Polyethylene glycol
Abstract
Severe hypersensitivity reactions to polyethylene glycol are an emerging concern in health care and have been increasingly recognized as a cause of systemic allergic reactions that vary from mild to life-threatening anaphylaxis. It's essential for nurses to be knowledgeable about this potential allergen, to be able to identify high-risk patients, and to be prepared to initiate treatment to ensure best patient outcomes.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research
Contact Dermatitis and Allergies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!
- Volume
- 24
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 5–14
- Publication date
- 28 January 2026
- Language
- EN