Episode 16 – ACE inhibitor-induced angioedema

Ear, nose and throat specialist Dr Robin Lochbaum joins Dr Thomas Buttgereit to discuss angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor‑induced angioedema, including information on the incidence and mechanism of action, and antihypertensive treatment options. For more information about the Global Allergy and Asthma Excellence Network - ACARE network and its activities, please visit https://acare-network.com/. Additional resources relating to the topics discussed in this episode can be found here: Concomitant medication in patients with bradykinin-mediated angioedema – there’s more than ACE inhibitors; The role of angiotensin receptor blockers in patients with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor-induced angioedema; and Angiotensin II receptor blockers are safe in patients with prior angioedema related to angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors – a nationwide registry-based cohort study.