Ankylosing Spondylitis | Mechanism, Risk Factors, & Signs/Symptoms

The video tutorial provides an in-depth look at ankylosing spondylitis, an inflammatory disorder that causes vertebrae to fuse, leading to spinal deformities. It explains the process of inflammation and bone growth, risk factors such as gender and systemic inflammation, and symptoms like morning stiffness and night pain. The tutorial also covers diagnostic criteria, emphasizing the importance of specific symptoms for accurate diagnosis.

Explain the process of vertebral fusion in ankylosing spondylitis.

What role does chronic inflammation play in ankylosing spondylitis?

What is the significance of night pain in the context of ankylosing spondylitis?