Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system-blocker-induced angioedema
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system-blocker-induced angioedema
Definition
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS)-blocker induced angioedema (RAE) is a type of acquired angioedema (AAE) characterized by acute edema in subcutaneous tissues, viscera and/or the upper airway.
Also known as Raas-blocker-induced angioedema, Raas-blocker-induced angioneurotic edema, Raas-blocker-induced angioneurotic oedema, RAE, renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system-blocker-induced angioneurotic edema, renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system-blocker-induced angioneurotic oedema — per MONDO