Perioperative Anesthesia Considerations for Patients with Alpha Gal Syndrome
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Cynthia Jones (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
- Advisor
- Stacey Schlesinger
Abstract: Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a lesser-known allergic syndrome that is prevalent in North Carolina and presents a significant risk to perioperative patients. Perioperative patients with AGS are at high risk for an allergic reaction as they are exposed to many triggering agents in a short period of time. The purpose of this project is to increase anesthesia provider knowledge regarding AGS and its perioperative implications. This quality improvement project was conducted at a large, tertiary hospital and included a preintervention survey, educational intervention, introduction of a cognitive aid, and post-intervention evaluation. Surveys showed a large knowledge gap in anesthesia providers regarding AGS. This project found a statistically significant increase in knowledge scores of anesthesia providers post-intervention. AGS education for anesthesia providers and other perioperative providers is therefore recommended to increase knowledge and safety of AGS patients. Anesthesia providers should be encouraged to foster discussions with multidisciplinary teams to identify patients with AGS and avoid triggering agents for these patients. Pharmacy involvement is recommended to maintain up to date information regarding safety for AGS patients’ exposure to medication and surgical products.
Perioperative Anesthesia Considerations for Patients with Alpha Gal Syndrome
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Created on 6/25/2024
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Other
- Language: English
- Date: 2024
- Keywords
- Alpha-gal syndrome, AGS, Alpha-gal allergy, mammalian meat allergy, Lone Star tick, beef allergy, red meat allergy, anesthesia, perioperative