mast cell abundance Mastocytosis
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - A systemic reaction to an wasp sting, grade IV according to the Muller classification. - Diagnostic confirmation by specific IgE levels against wasp venom. - A conclusive bone marrow biopsy confirming or excluding the presence of mastocytosis or the presence of monoclonal mast cell disease. - The patient has chosen VIT as treatment of HVA.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - No (conclusive) bone marrow biopsy in patients with grade IV reactions. - Contra-indications for VIT - Minors (
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Primary outcome will be the change in fraction (fraction expressed as percentage) of proliferating Th2-cells, defined by IL-4 expression and low expression of CFSE, within the allergen-specific CD4+ T-cell population within both patient groups, ISM and non-ISM after thirteen weeks and seven months of VIT. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Changes in the profiles of gene expression and proteome of T- and B-cells are secondary outcomes for ISM+ and ISM- patients. | — |
Countries
Netherlands