Seoul National University Hospital Allergy Department Designated as Member Institution of the 'Angioedema Excellence Center'

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[Asia Economy Reporter Chunhee Lee] The Allergy Department at Seoul National University Hospital announced on the 8th that it has been designated as a member institution of the international network 'Angioedema Center of Reference and Excellence (ACARE)'.

ACARE is an international network organized by the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology to maintain world-class standards and promote qualitative improvements in the diagnosis, research, and education of angioedema. Currently, 77 centers worldwide, including 33 centers in Europe, are designated as members.

Angioedema is a disease characterized by swelling deep in the skin, causing symptoms such as swelling of the eyelids and lips. When it occurs together with urticaria, allergies are often considered a common cause, but angioedema can also occur alone due to genetic factors. In severe cases, it can obstruct the airway and threaten life, but such cases are rare, making proper diagnosis and treatment difficult.

The Allergy Department at Seoul National University Hospital plans to lead the domestic angioedema field with this first ACARE membership designation in Korea. They aim to establish cooperative networks with leading global medical institutions and experts, provide patients with the latest treatments, and further focus on research to understand the characteristics of angioedema in Koreans.

Professor Hyeryun Kang of the Allergy Department at Seoul National University Hospital said, "Through this certification, the Allergy Department at Seoul National University Hospital has been recognized as a center that meets international standards," and added, "We will do our best to ensure that more patients benefit from advancements in the field of angioedema in the future."

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