Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2026, e20250706.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20250706

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Chinese expert consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of angioedema (2026 edition)

Chinese Society of Dermatology; China Dermatologist Association   

  1. Chinese Society of Dermatology; China Dermatologist Association
  • Received:2025-12-16 Revised:2026-09-10 Online:2026-01-22 Published:2026-11-06
  • Contact: Xu Jinhua; Zhang Litao; Hao Fei E-mail:xjhhsyy@163.com; zhanglitao@medmail.com.cn; haofei62@126.com
  • Supported by:
    Clinical Research Plan of SHDC(SHDC22025306)

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Angioedema is a disease characterized by localized swelling of the skin and/or mucosal tissues caused by increased vascular permeability. It encompasses multiple subtypes, some of which are rare, resulting in high rates of missed diagnosis or misdiagnosis in clinical practice. The Chinese Society of Dermatology and the China Dermatologist Association convened a consensus expert panel comprising 31 multidisciplinary experts to propose standardized management and treatment strategies based on evidence-based medicine and clinical practice experience. This consensus also emphasizes the importance of patient education and multidisciplinary treatment, with the aim of deepening clinicians' understanding of angioedema, enhancing standardized diagnosis and treatment, and ultimately improving the quality of life of patients with angioedema.

Key words: Angioedema, Mast cells, Bradykinin, C1 esterase inhibitor, Expert consensus