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ReviewClinical journal of oncology nursing2026

Beefing Up Awareness: Navigating Alpha-Gal Syndrome.

Michael J Davis, Daniella Topol, Mary Elizabeth Davis

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Review in Clinical journal of oncology nursing, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Michael J DavisMichael J. Davis.
Daniella TopolDaniella Topol.
Mary Elizabeth DavisMary Elizabeth Davis.

Funding

X-RAY CRYSTALLOGRAPHYP30CA008748 · NCI · SLOAN-KETTERING INSTITUTE FOR CANCER RES · PI SELWYN M VICKERS · 1985 to 2026
$347.4M
NCI NIH HHS P30 CA008748
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundAlpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is an acquired allergy caused by an immunoglobulin E-mediated reaction to alpha-gal, or galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, a sugar molecule found in mammalian meat. Clinicians can increase awareness of AGS because many medications, including oncologic treatments, contain animal products.

objectivesThis article provides foundational knowledge on AGS, emerging treatment options, and the impact of this allergy on oncologic treatment.

methodsCurrent evidence on the incidence, epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of AGS in oncology care is summarized, with a focus on nursing implications.

findingsAGS is a growing concern for oncology providers. Education for patients and staff allows for effective management of patients with AGS. Patients need to avoid mammalian meat and most dairy products, as well as products and medications that contain alpha-gal or mammalian protein-derived additives, and report any allergy symptoms.

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Food HypersensitivityNeoplasmsAnimalsFemaleHumansMalealpha-gal syndromehypersensitivity reactionmammalian meat allergy

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PMID41949344
PMCPMC12995415

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