What are the risks of using cephalosporins in patients with a penicillin allergy?

Date First Published:

November 4, 2012

Last Updated:

November 4, 2012

Report by:

Kate Chatten, ST6 ICM / Anaesthesia (Derriford Hospital)

Three-Part Question:

What is the risk of [allergic reaction] in [patients with penicillin allergy] receiving [a cephalosporin]