Analysis of patch test referrals: influence of appropriateness of referrals on sensitization rate

Background. Few studies have addressed the frequency and the consequences of the appropriateness of referrals for patch testing.


Objectives. To analyse the appropriateness of referrals for patch testing among patients seen in the Allergy Unit, University of Ferrara, and to evaluate whether this selection influences the results of the test.


Patients and methods. One thousand six hundred and twenty-seven consecutive patients were enrolled, and 1528 patients were patch tested. On the basis of the history and clinical picture, the appropriateness of referrals for patch testing was judged.


Results. Of the patients, 82.30% attended ...

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