IVIGassociated
IVIG-associated refers to adverse events or clinical manifestations attributed to intravenous immunoglobulin therapy (IVIG). The term is used to describe symptoms that occur during or after IVIG infusions and are considered related to the product or its administration rather than the underlying disease. Most IVIG courses are well tolerated, but a spectrum of reactions can occur.
Common, usually mild, reactions occur during or shortly after infusion and include headache, fever, chills, flushing,
Serious but rare complications include aseptic meningitis, acute kidney injury, thromboembolic events, hemolysis with clinically significant
Prevention and management emphasize appropriate product selection and infusion parameters: use slower infusion rates, monitor closely,