Abstract
Hereditary angioedema is an autosomal dominant hereditary disease characterized by recurrent acute attacks of non-itching swellings localized subcutaneously or submucosally. The most serious manifestation of HAE is represented by laryngeal edema.
Treatment strategy can be divided into treatment of acute attacks and prophylaxis: short-term (preceding an invasive intervention) or long-term (the aim of which is reduction of the frequency of attacks). In the Czech Republic, substitution therapy (natural or recombinant C1-esterase inhibitor concentrate) or a blockade of bradykinin B2 receptors are particularly popular.
The treatment is provided in the specialized centers and respects the current recommendations.